Senior Transportation Engineer: Lead Highway Projects & Growth

Valdes Architecture & Engineering; Lombard (IL); Presencial; USD 100.000 - 175.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Valdes Architecture & Engineering in Illinois seeks a Senior Transportation Engineer to lead the planning, design, and delivery of IDOT and local roadway projects across the state and to help expand our Midwest practice. You will mentor junior staff, coordinate with internal teams and clients, and contribute to strategic growth efforts and proposal development.

Candidates should have an Illinois PE or be willing to obtain it within 12 months, plus 5+ years in highway design and proficiency with

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Licensed PE in Illinois/Indiana preferred, or willingness to obtain within 12 months.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in highway and roadway planning and design.
• Deep knowledge of IDOT and FHWA standards and processes.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, OpenRoads, etc.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of IDOT and local agency roadway projects, including horizontal/vertical alignments, cross sections, geometrics, drainage, pavement design, and traffic signal modernization.
• Prepare and review Phase I and II engineering deliverables, including design reports, plan sets, cost estimates, and specifications in compliance with IDOT, FHWA, AASHTO, and MUTCD standards.
• Develop traffic control and staging plans, MOT, and complete streets elements, incorporating ADA and context-sensitive design.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external subconsultants to deliver fully integrated solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in internal QA/QC and project reviews.
• Assist in developing and submitting documentation to expand IDOT and INDOT prequalifications, including resumes, project data, and technical narratives.
• Serve as a client-facing representative, attending meetings and maintaining strong communication with IDOT, Tollway, and municipal stakeholders.
• Use software tools including Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, Geopak, AutoTURN, HCS/Synchro, and support integration of emerging technologies (e.g., drone surveys, GIS).
• Support strategic business development efforts and assist in teaming, pursuit decisions, and proposal development.
• Participate in professional organizations (ASCE, ITE, ACEC, etc.) and represent Valdes at industry events and conferences.

Conocimientos

Highway design

Traffic engineering

Mentoring

Project leadership

Business development

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Herramientas

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

Geopak

AutoTURN

HCS/Synchro

Descripción del empleo

Valdes Architecture & Engineering in Illinois seeks a Senior Transportation Engineer to lead the planning, design, and delivery of IDOT and local roadway projects across the state and to help expand our Midwest practice. You will mentor junior staff, coordinate with internal teams and clients, and contribute to strategic growth efforts and proposal development.

Candidates should have an Illinois PE or be willing to obtain it within 12 months, plus 5+ years in highway design and proficiency with