Transit Architecture Leader: Stations & Yards (Midwest)

TYLin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TYLin is seeking a Senior Architect to lead planning and design of transit facilities across the Chicago region and Midwest. You will shape stations, yards, and related assets for agencies like CTA, Metra, Amtrak, and municipal authorities, guiding multidisciplinary teams and ensuring code-compliant, high-quality design.

You’ll work withRA-licensed professionals, pursue exposure to federal requirements, and contribute to sustainable, resilient infrastructure.

Qualifications

• RA in Illinois (or reciprocity).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• Transit/public infrastructure experience is ideal.
• Proven experience with major transit agencies (CTA, Metra, Amtrak, DOTs) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Chicago/Illinois building codes, ADA requirements, NFPA standards, and agency design guidelines.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite; 3D visualization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and documentation for transit facilities including stations, support buildings, and yards/maintenance facilities.
• Coordinate across disciplines (structural, MEP, civil) and manage subconsultants and internal teams to deliver coordinated, sound designs.
• Interpret and implement client standards, local codes, and agency requirements (CTA, Metra, Amtrak).
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and stakeholder engagement processes.
• Oversee design production from conceptual design through construction documents and construction administration.
• Provide QA/QC oversight for architectural deliverables.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

TYLin is seeking a Senior Architect to lead planning and design of transit facilities across the Chicago region and Midwest. You will shape stations, yards, and related assets for agencies like CTA, Metra, Amtrak, and municipal authorities, guiding multidisciplinary teams and ensuring code-compliant, high-quality design.

You’ll work withRA-licensed professionals, pursue exposure to federal requirements, and contribute to sustainable, resilient infrastructure.