Transportation Engineer – Roadways

Hanson Professional Services Inc.

Transportation Engineer developing roadway design solutions for Hanson's projects in Illinois. Contributing to significant infrastructure projects while mentoring and guiding entry-level engineers.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in roadway design and transportation engineering, with proficiency in OpenRoads Designer software. Capable of mentoring entry-level engineers while effectively communicating and collaborating on complex projects.

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Roadway DesignTransportation EngineeringOpenRoads DesignerIllinois P.E. LicenseMentoring

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Hard Skills

Roadway Design SolutionsTransportation Project Development3D ModelingPlan ProductionPS&E Experience

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationTeamworkMentoring

Tools & Technologies

OpenRoads Designer

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringIllinois P.E. License

Industry Keywords

Illinois DOTTollway PlanningInterstate ImprovementsUrban Thoroughfare ReconstructionRural Highway Rehabilitation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 P.E. or the ability to reciprocate a license from another state within 6 months
Working knowledge of roadway design software such as OpenRoads Designer
Illinois DOT/Tollway planning, design, plan production, and PS&E experience
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

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