Transportation Bridge Engineer III

Baxter & Woodman; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman is seeking a Transportation Bridge Engineer III to support structural design for various bridge projects across multiple states. This position is ideal for professionals with a Civil Engineering background, strong project management skills, and at least 5 years of experience, who thrive in a collaborative environment focused on innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

401k plan with expert advisors

Generous paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Stock Ownership program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant job experience.
• Must have experience with municipal or highway agency projects.
• Knowledge of MicroStation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide structural design support for transportation bridge projects.
• Assist senior staff with project approaches.
• Complete engineering plans using State DOT Standards.

Skills

Design Engineering

Structural Analysis

Team Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Education

B.S. degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Your future position: Transportation Bridge Engineer III

Choose your location: Chicago, Crystal Lake, Naperville, or Mokena, IL

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary, and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Transportation Bridge Engineer III in our Chicago, Crystal Lake, Naperville, or Mokena, IL office. This position will primarily involve design engineering efforts on various transportation bridge projects for State, County, and Local Agencies. A knowledge of designing bridge improvements with MicroStation and familiarity with structural analysis software is preferred. This team-oriented position will include working with Baxter & Woodman’s diverse disciplines and offices. Projects will be in our Illinois, Wisconsin, Florida, or Texas offices.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Provide structural design support for our transportation bridge department.
• Design Bridge, Retaining Wall, Sea Wall, Roadway, Underground Utility, and Infrastructure improvements.
• Assist senior staff with proposal/project approach writing.
• Complete general civil engineering services for municipal, county, and state clients.
• Complete engineering plans and specifications using State DOT Standards.
• Process Federal Aid projects for a variety of clients.
• Assist project engineers and managers by making significant decisions on a wide variety of tasks required during project delivery.

Education/License Requirement

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering with coursework focused on structural engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

Must-haves, what you will bring

• At least 5 years of relevant job experience working on municipal or highway agency transportation bridge projects.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area (own transportation).
• Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
• Work within a team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals.

Compensation: The pay range for this role is $100,000 - $120,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

Join Our Team! - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer