Job Information
Actalent Transportation Engineer in Chicago, Illinois
Hello! We are hiring for a transportation engineer position in downtown Chicago!
Description
Design and manage large-scale roadway projects.
Review and approve designs for regulatory compliance.
Coordinate technical content and ensure quality delivery.
Meet with clients to understand and plan for project needs.
Oversee project consistency, efficiency, and quality control.
Prepare design calculations, cost estimates, and contract documents.
Conduct field assessments and document existing conditions.
Support proposal development and attend industry events.
Mentor and supervise junior engineers, providing technical guidance and career development.
Skills
Professional engineer, Microstation, roadway design, Civil engineering, Civil 3d, Highway, Transportation, Traffic engineering, Transportation engineering, Highway design, dot, design, civil design, interstate design, drainage design
Top Skills Details
Professional engineer,Microstation,roadway design
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Illinois DOT projects.
Expert knowledge of IDOT Design Manuals, Standards, Specifications, and Guidelines.
Experience with OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
Excellent technical writing with the ability to develop work plans and document technical discussions required.
Successful multidisciplinary team/task management or design lead experience.
Proficient in 3D and 4D Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software and techniques
Strong understanding of engineering design principles
Skilled in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations
Familiar with industry design standards such as AASHTO and NACTO
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $94000.00 - $130000.00/yr.
Internal benefits Highlights-above average health benefits, company share, and long term path for ownership
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.