Senior Transportation Engineer

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for complex transportation projects, including highways, bridges, transit systems, and multimodal networks
• Provide advanced technical oversight for transportation design and support project teams through delivery
• Perform site assessments and develop detailed analysis and technical reports
• Partner with clients to understand project needs, define requirements, communicate technical information, and maintain strong relationships
• Review transportation infrastructure designs, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence to support quality control and client requirements
• Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs meet IMEG standards, industry standards, and project requirements
• Provide technical training, mentoring, and field issue resolution with minimal support from senior staff
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices while supporting research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG
• Prioritize safety and regulatory compliance, including interpretation and application of state and local design criteria
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and lead project interviews and presentations

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 7 years of experience minimum required, 16 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• Advanced proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Advanced proficiency in technical and analytical skills for transportation planning, engineering design, and regulatory processes
• Advance knowledge with local, state, and federal transportation regulations, environmental, policies, and permitting procedures
• Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 25% with occasional overnight stays

About the Role

This position is available in our Bettendorf, IA; Chicago, IL; Naperville, IL; or Rockford, IL office.

Benefits

MEG is an employee-owned corporation, committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Schedule

Not specified

Pay

$98,000 - $141,000 Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.