Civil Engineer - Transportation Project Engineer

Chastain & Associates LLCRockford, IL
$85,280 - $106,000Hybrid

About The Position

Chastain and Associates is seeking a Transportation Project Engineer to contribute to a range of civil engineering projects, including street, site, highway, and bridge developments funded by federal, state, and local agencies. This role offers the opportunity to build strong client relationships, collaborate with public agencies and professional organizations, and expand your professional network. You will also continue to grow your technical expertise, gain hands-on experience, and support the development of junior engineers through mentorship.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Engineers (Civil Engineering is preferred)
  • Ability to obtain PE license in Illinois (current license preferred)
  • 6+ years of hands on experience with transportation projects at a civil engineering firm based in the United States with a focus on infrastructure planning, design, and/or construction
  • Microsoft 365, MicroStation and AutoCAD software skills
  • Adaptability to excel at building, maintaining and adapting to a diverse client based
  • Alignment with core values: We do what we say, we do what it takes, we have an outward mindset, we operate with integrity.

Nice To Haves

  • Current PE license in Illinois

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop geometric layouts, traffic control plans, drainage systems, and site development solutions, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
  • Interpret and apply engineering principles to plans, drawings, and specifications while maintaining quality control throughout the design process.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including subconsultants, to support field operations such as surveys, studies, and construction observations, ensuring seamless integration of design elements.
  • Assist in project planning by contributing to technical documentation, design reports, and proposal development, identifying innovative solutions to meet client and regulatory needs.
  • Mentor and collaborate with technical staff, fostering skill development and teamwork to enhance design efficiency and professional growth.

Benefits

  • 401K plan with generous company match
  • Annual pay increases
  • Flexible work hours
  • Paid-time off based on total industry tenure
  • Four types of medical insurance plans
  • Medical reimbursement
  • Dependent care benefits
  • Dental insurance
  • Short-term/long-term disability insurance
  • Employee and employee plus family life insurance options
  • 7 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
  • Relocation assistance
  • Cell phone reimbursement plan
  • Annual boot allowance
  • Verizon wireless employee discount program
  • Sam's Club and Costco membership reimbursement
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