Transportation Engineer

Pace Suburban Bus; Arlington Heights (IL); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Suburban Bus is seeking a Transportation Engineer to review and manage various transportation projects in Arlington Heights, IL. The role requires extensive experience in engineering, with responsibilities including plan reviews and guidance on bus stop infrastructure. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement. Candidates with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in civil engineering and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum four years experience in transportation projects.
• Engineer-in-Training certification or professional license preferred.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering plans for impacts on bus services.
• Manage construction projects and provide engineering guidance.
• Prepare and review plans for bus shelters and infrastructure.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Engineering principles

Highway safety

Geometric design

Traffic engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Base pay range

$109,936.00/yr - $129,452.00/yr

Office: Internal Services

Department: Capital Infrastructure

Company Overview:

Pace is the premier suburban transit provider, safely and efficiently moving people to work, school, and other regional destinations. Pace’s family of public transportation offers affordable and environmentally responsible transit options for the residents of 274 municipalities in Cook, Will, DuPage, Kane, Lake, and McHenry counties. The backbone of Chicago’s suburbs, Pace serves tens of thousands of daily riders. One of the largest bus services in North America, Pace covers 3,677 square miles, an area nearly the size of the state of Connecticut and about 15 times the size of the City of Chicago. Pace’s innovative approach to public transportation gives the agency a national reputation as an industry leader.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Section Manager, Design and Construction, the Transportation Engineer reviews engineering plans, studies and reports prepared by the Illinois Department of Transportation, counties, and municipalities for impacts to existing bus service and develops opportunities for inclusion of new bus stop infrastructure in the plans. Job duties include:

• Reviews site development projects by the private sector.
• Provides engineering guidance on Pace programs including Arterial Rapid Transit and Bus on Shoulder. Provides project management of consultant prepared studies, reports, and plans.
• Serves as Construction Project Manager, including field observation and documentation and review of Contractor Requests for Information, Change Order Proposals, and Pay Applications for the construction of Pace infrastructure.
• Reviews bus shelter plans prepared by Pace consultants and prepares in-house plans for bus shelter installation and other site improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Work is performed in an office environment as well as outdoors on construction sites.

Qualifications

Education:

Qualified candidate must have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field with emphasis on traffic and transportation engineering; a master's degree is preferred.

Experience:

Must have a minimum of four years experience in the design, review, and management of transportation and roadway improvement projects, with a good work history. Previous experience with project management, transit planning and facility design, construction, and managing consultants is preferred.

Certifications:

Must have State of Illinois Engineer-in-Training certification or obtain Engineering-in-Training certification within one year of being hired; a Professional Engineer License in the State of Illinois is preferred.

Must have valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Must have a thorough understanding of highway, traffic, and construction engineering principles including highway and pedestrian safety, geometric and drainage design, vehicle turning movements, sight distance analysis, and construction materials. Must understand the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the National Environmental Policy Act. Must demonstrate familiarity with FHWA, IDOT, Tollway, county, and municipal highway policies, regulations, procedures, and design standards.

Must be proficient using computers including Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Must have experience using other software including AutoCAD, MicroStation, and AutoTurn; previous experience with e-Builder and Bluebeam is preferred.

Must be able to read and understand engineering plans and be able to initiate and evaluate design and field engineering changes during construction. Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time, type on a computer, and carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

Working Conditions:

The position is based in an office setting with standard office equipment, where the employee will sit for extended periods of time, and use a computer. Local travel is required. The employee may be required to travel to construction sites and may be exposed to inclement weather, loud noises, and noxious odors. The typical workday is conducted over an 8-hour period and can begin as early as 7:00 am and end no later than 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

This position is eligible for hybrid schedule after successful completion of 6-month job introduction period.

Full Salary Range: $70,902-$148,969

BENEFITS SUMMARY

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.pacebus.com and include your resume with your application.

Pace is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre-employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].

Pace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Research

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