Project Engineer - Preliminary Engineering

About the role

Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) of Elgin, IL is seeking a full-time Project Engineer (Preliminary Engineering).

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for a variety of municipal and private projects including roadway reconstruction, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, water mains, bridges, trails, and traffic signals.
• Aid in the concept, design, and engineering required to complete IDOT and Local Roads preliminary engineering projects.
• Effectively communicate and coordinate with clients and stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Understand project schedules and implement accordingly.
• Understand and execute requirements for different funding opportunities.
• Prepare and execute exhibits to communicate with clients for inclusion in project reports.
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures or government regulations.
• Environmental Survey Request process.
• Write project reports.
• Write Funding Applications.
• Prepare project cost estimates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois or an EIT with the ability to achieve State of Illinois License within 12 months.
• Valid Driver's license with a good driving record.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with IDOT and Phase I projects.

Desired Skills and Experiences

• Experience with ISTHA/IDOT and Local Roads project processing procedures.
• Microstation/Geopak software.
• Geometric Design.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, walk, reach, crouch, bend, and walk or stand on uneven surfaces for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 30 lbs.
• Constant hand, finger, and arm use.
• Prolonged reading.

Benefits

• Health insurance (PPO and HSA).
• Dental Insurance.
• An employer health savings account (HSA) contribution.
• Vision insurance.
• A 401(k) plan with a 6% company match.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Life insurance.
• A Lifestyle account of up to $2,000.
• A student loan paydown.
• An employee assistance program (EAP).
• Flexible hours.
• Continuing education.
• Professional license expense reimbursement.
• Professional society/association membership dues.
• Opportunities for career growth.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Pay

$85,000 - $105,000 per year.