Transportation Engineer II

Baxter and Woodman Inc; Peoria Heights (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plans

Employee Stock Ownership program

Health insurance

Job summary

Baxter and Woodman Inc is seeking a Transportation Engineer for our Peoria, IL office. The role focuses on design engineering for municipal transportation projects with field exposure, using Geopak/OpenRoads Designer. You’ll collaborate with diverse disciplines and support project delivery and client coordination.

Requirements include a B.S. in Civil Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant municipal/highway experience. Occasional travel within Baxter and Woodman’s service area is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in civil engineering required for municipal/highway projects.
• Two years of relevant transportation experience preferred.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area.

Responsibilities

• Design Roadway, Drainage, Underground Utility, and Infrastructure improvements.
• Conduct drainage, traffic, and various engineering studies.
• Prepare plans and specs per IDOT standards.
• Assist senior staff with client management and project pursuits.
• Coordinate construction activities with clients, inspectors, and contractors.
• Observe on-site work and maintain daily reports and meeting minutes.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Willingness to travel

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

Geopak/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Career Opportunities with Baxter and Woodman Inc

A great place to work.

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 2026 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 engineer in our Peoria, IL offices. This position will primarily consist of design engineering efforts with field exposure on a variety of transportation projects for State, County, and Local Agencies. A knowledge of designing roadway, drainage, and underground improvements with Geopak/OpenRoads Designer is preferred. This team-orientated position will include working with Baxter & Woodman’s diverse disciplines and offices within the transportation and construction fields.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Design Roadway, Drainage, Underground Utility, and Infrastructure improvements using Geopak/OpenRoads Designer.
• Conduct drainage, traffic, and various engineering studies.
• Complete general civil engineering services for municipal, county and state clients.
• Complete engineering plans and specifications using IDOT Standards.
• Assist senior staff with client management, project pursuits, and business development.
• Assist project engineers and managers by making significant decisions on a wide variety of tasks required during project delivery.
• Coordinate construction activities with clients, inspectors, contractors and public agencies.
• Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and tests as needed.
• Assist with maintaining job site records of daily reports, job meeting minutes, approved drawings, and pay requests as needed.

Education/License Requirements

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering

Must-haves, what you will bring

• At least 2 years of relevant job experience working on municipal or highway agency transportation projects.
• Work within a team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• P.E. (Professional Engineer) license.

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $83,000 to $100,000. 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.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits -

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, and cancer.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 on half Fridays and varied schedules. 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