Senior Transportation Engineer

IMEG Corporation; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee stock ownership

PTO

Retirement plan

Job summary

IMEG is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer to lead design efforts for moderate to complex transportation projects. The role spans highways, bridges, transit, and multimodal networks across multiple Illinois offices, with a focus on client advisement and project direction.

You will work within budgets, mentor team members, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet goals and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. State salary range is provided; travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
• 7+ years minimum, 16 preferred in building design/consulting.
• Strong communication, leadership, and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for highways, bridges, transit, and multimodal networks.
• Provide advanced technical oversight for transportation design.
• Conduct site assessments and develop analyses and reports.
• Engage with clients to understand needs and maintain relationships.
• Ensure designs meet IMEG standards and project requirements.
• Provide training and mentoring with minimal senior support.

Skills

PE License

7+ years exp

Transportation design

Project leadership

Regulatory compliance

MS Office

Travel 25%

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Transportation Engineer

IMEG is hiring a Senior Transportation Engineer to lead design efforts for moderate to complex transportation projects with limited support required from senior staff. This position is available in our Bettendorf, IA; Chicago, IL; Naperville, IL; or Rockford, IL office.

In this role, you will work closely with a team of engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and client advice that improve complex transportation systems, enhance traffic safety, and optimize infrastructure for public and private sectors. You will also work within project budgets, lead training and mentoring efforts, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for complex transportation projects, including highways, bridges, transit systems, and multimodal networks


• Provide advanced technical oversight for transportation design and support project teams through delivery


• Perform site assessments and develop detailed analysis and technical reports


• Partner with clients to understand project needs, define requirements, communicate technical information, and maintain strong relationships


• Review transportation infrastructure designs, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence to support quality control and client requirements


• Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs meet IMEG standards, industry standards, and project requirements


• Provide technical training, mentoring, and field issue resolution with minimal support from senior staff


• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices while supporting research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG


• Prioritize safety and regulatory compliance, including interpretation and application of state and local design criteria


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and lead project interviews and presentations

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent, required


• Professional Engineer (PE) License required


• 7 years of experience minimum required, 16 preferred, in the building design consulting industry


• Advanced proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications


• Advanced proficiency in technical and analytical skills for transportation planning, engineering design, and regulatory processes


• Advanced knowledge of local, state, and federal transportation regulations, environmental policies, and permitting procedures


• Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills


• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise


• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups


• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment


• Attention to detail and problem‑solving skills


• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges


• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook


• Ability to travel up to 25% with occasional overnight stays

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Why Join Us

IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work‑life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee‑owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close‑knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

Transportation Team Highlights

• IMEG’s transportation engineering team supports projects ranging from roads and highways to transit and bridges


• The team delivers a full suite of transportation‑related civil engineering services, including roadway/highway design, traffic studies, intersection improvements, and bridge engineering


• Transportation projects are supported by in‑house capabilities such as surveying, materials testing, GIS, and landscape architecture


• The team provides services through all phases, from conceptual alternatives analysis to complete design, for both rehabilitated corridors and new transportation facilities


• Key project types include transportation planning, traffic modeling, bridge design and inspection, Complete Streets design, and multimodal facilities for pedestrians and cyclists

Locations available

• Bettendorf, IA


• Chicago, IL


• Naperville, IL


• Rockford, IL

State of Illinois salary range: $98,000 – $141,000.

Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG Corp. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.

Apply today to help shape safer, smarter transportation infrastructure and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

About IMEG

IMEG, an employee‑owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, a flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

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