Project Engineer, Transportation

TranSystems Corporation; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Project Engineer to join their Transportation Team in Schaumburg, IL. This role involves working on various phase projects that enhance transportation infrastructure, requiring strong technical skills and 4-10 years of experience. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment

Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of related, in-field experience.
• Experience with Illinois DOT, local counties, and federally funded projects.
• Strong technical skills and ability to engage in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine design tasks including plan preparation and quantity calculations.
• Manage other engineers and technicians, ensuring project completion.
• Perform traffic studies and drainage design as part of projects.

Skills

Technical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Illinois PE license

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Microstation

Geopak

MS Office

Job description

Overview

GFTis seeking aProject Engineer, Transportation to join our Transportation Team in either Downtown Chicago, ILor Schaumburg, IL! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at one of these offices.

Working on theTransportation teamatGFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.Explore some of our signature Transportation projects here.

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

GFT’s Schaumburg or Downtown Chicago office is seeking a Project Engineer with 4-10 years of design experience to join our growing office of roadway, bridge, aviation, transit and rail designers as a Project Engineer on Phase I and Phase II projects.

The person will be a member of our roadway group and will assist in various tasks including plan preparation, quantity calculations, geometric design, pavement marking/signing, drainage design, traffic studies, traffic signal design, public involvement, report writing, specifications, cost estimates and other related tasks. Candidates with a background in preliminary engineering or development of detailed plans and specifications are recommended. The individual may also be called on to work closely with other teams on multi-disciplinary projects. The engineer will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects in a unique and dynamic work environment.

The candidate will manage other engineers and technicians to achieve completion of various tasks, as directed by the team leader and project manager and will also complete certain tasks independently. Depending on experience level, the individual may bear responsibilities as a project manager or deputy project manager. OpenRoads Designer, Microstation, Geopak and MS Office and other design software will be used.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Analyzes information and data to perform routine design tasks. Responsible for accuracy of engineering design and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards. Research design options and document findings for Senior Project Engineer.
• Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods, and occasionally represents the organization in meetings to resolve important questions, and to plan and coordinate work.
• Receives instructions from Project Manager or Senior Project Engineers as to the general results expected.
• Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects.
• Hands on experience using CADD/Design Software (OpenRoads Designer, Microstation and Geopak) is preferred.
• Keeps Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project schedule or scope or additional services.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Qualifications

What you'll bring to our firm:

• Minimum 4 years of related, in-field experience, including work directly or as a consultant for the, Illinois DOT, Illinois Tollway Chicago DOT, local counties and municipalities, and with Federally funded projects is expected.
• Candidates must possess strong technical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Previous highway, drainage, construction inspection, traffic signal, and/or lighting experience is expected.
• Individual will be expected to possess an Illinois PE and hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.
  

Compensation:

• The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $130,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
  
  

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Schaumburg, IL

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

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