Lead Civil Engineer, Transportation
About The Position
Shape the future of transportation while growing your career with leaders who put people first. TYLin is seeking an accomplished Lead Civil Engineer to drive the design and delivery of utility, land development, and stormwater systems for high-profile transportation and transit facilities across Chicago and beyond. This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced Professional Engineer who wants to lead technically complex work, mentor emerging talent, and thrive in a collaborative, generous, and growth-oriented culture. At TYLin, we believe great projects start with empowered people. We invest in our teams, trust our professionals to lead, and create space for learning, flexibility, and long-term career growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s degree preferred)
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois or ability to obtain Illinois licensure through reciprocity within 6 months of hire
- 15+ years of progressive civil engineering experience, with a strong portfolio of utility, grading, and stormwater design on transportation or transit projects
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation
- Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and mentoring early- and mid-career professionals
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, design, and delivery of civil engineering components for transportation and transit projects, with emphasis on utilities, site development, grading, and stormwater management systems
- Serve as the technical authority for design decisions, ensuring quality, innovation, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations
- Produce and review detailed engineering drawings, models, and plans using AutoCAD and MicroStation
- Coordinate and collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams, partnering closely with designers, engineers, and external stakeholders
- Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers through technical coaching, constructive feedback, and career development support
- Contribute to business development efforts, including proposals, client presentations, and strategic project planning
- Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to TYLin’s high standards of technical excellence
Benefits
- TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
- Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
