Transportation Engineer – Roadways

Hanson Professional Services, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Employee ownership

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. in Chicago seeks a Transportation Engineer for roadways to contribute to major Illinois projects and mentor junior staff.

You will work with OpenRoads Designer and support Tollway/IDOT programs, traveling to site visits as needed. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, 5+ years of engineering experience with at least 2 years in roadway design, and a PE license or ability to reciprocate within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
• 5+ years of professional engineering experience, including 2+ years focused on roadway design or transportation engineering.
• Illinois DOT/Tollway planning, design, plan production, and PS&E experience.
• Illinois P.E. or reciprocal license within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Contribute on major Hanson projects in Illinois.
• Mentor entry-level engineers and support their technical development.
• Develop roadway design solutions for interstate/tollway improvements, urban thoroughfares, and rural reconstructions.
• Visit project sites to review conditions and develop alternative solutions.
• Provide occasional support for public involvement activities.
• Occasional travel for client meetings and site visits.

Skills

OpenRoads Designer

Roadway design

Mentoring

Communication

Overtime willingness

Teamwork

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

5+ years of engineering experience (2+ years in roadway design)

Professional Engineer (PE) license or reciprocity within 6 months

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Hanson Values

Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you're looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company's practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

Transportation Engineer - Roadways

At Hanson Professional Services, Inc., we are committed to transforming communities through innovative engineering solutions. We are seeking a full-time Transportation Engineer for our new downtown Chicago Loop or Lisle (metro) office. Our roadway team is dynamic, forward-thinking, and passionate about making a difference.

A Day in the Life of a Transportation Engineer at Hanson

• Become an immediate contributor on major Hanson projects in Illinois, such as the Tollway I-355/I-88 Interchange master planning project near Chicago and the IDOT I-80 Mississippi River Bridge replacement and interchange reconstruction project between Illinois and Iowa.
• Help mentor entry-level engineers and support their technical development.
• Develop roadway design solutions for challenging transportation projects that include:
  • Major interstate and tollway improvements and reconstruction.
  • Urban thoroughfare reconstructions.
  • Rural highway and road rehabilitation and reconstruction.
• Work with the latest OpenRoads Designer (ORD) software, supported by internal training resources and active user groups for staff at all experience levels.
• Visit project sites to review existing conditions, identify potential challenges, and develop alternative solutions and recommendations.
• Provide occasional support for public involvement activities.
• Occasional out-of-town travel for client meetings and site visits.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• To support your growth, Hanson offers a variety of education and development opportunities to help you build your skills and advance your career.

What We're Looking For

The following qualifications will help you succeed in this role:

Skills

• Illinois DOT/Tollway planning, design, plan production, and PS&E experience.
• Working knowledge of roadway design software such as OpenRoads Designer.
• Familiarity with OpenRoads Designer 3D modeling.
• Desire to mentor and guide entry-level technical staff.
• Interest in continued learning, professional growth, and expanding technical and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work paid overtime when needed to meet project deadlines.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
• 5+ years of professional engineering experience, including 2+ years focused on roadway design or transportation engineering.

• Roadway design experience with the Illinois Tollway and/or IDOT preferred.
• Illinois P.E. or the ability to reciprocate a license from another state within 6 months.

Why Hanson?

Join the Hanson team and love what you do. Focus on making a difference as you support the development of infrastructure that has a positive impact on communities here at home and across the country.

• Career Advancement: We believe in investing in our employees' growth and provide opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Professional Development: Hanson provides opportunities for both internal and external technical training and supports participation with technical and industry organizations.
• Innovative Projects: Work on a variety of challenging and impactful projects that shape the infrastructure of the many communities we serve.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team that values your ideas and fosters a culture of innovation.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, plus a $5,000 signing bonus. We are 100% employee owned and when we succeed, we do so together.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, family care leave, wellness programs, and a supportive work environment.

Salary range: $100,000 - $135,000 per year.

Compensation will be based on experience, technical qualifications, and overall alignment with the role. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health & well-being plans
• Financial wellness plans
• Work-life balance programs

Culture

• Monthly educational webinars
• Leadership training
• Lunch & learn development sessions
• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
• Mentorship opportunities
• Award-winning internship program
• Employee recognition
• And so much more!

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EEO - EMPLOYER

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