Transportation Design Engineer (PE required)

ABNA Engineering Inc•Burr Ridge, IL

2d•$90,000 - $140,000

About The Position

ABNA Engineering is seeking a Transportation Design Engineer to join its Chicago, Illinois team. The role contributes to transportation projects for local, state, and federal agencies, with an emphasis on improving communities and delivering innovative infrastructure solutions. The engineer designs transportation facilities and systems, prepares project documentation and estimates, supports construction, collaborates with project stakeholders, and assists with project proposals and planning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a transportation emphasis.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
10 or more years of transportation design experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and MicroStation.
Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach with strong communication and organizational skills.
Passion for designing infrastructure that serves people and communities.
Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and quality.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoCAD, GEOPAK, OpenRoads, Civil3D, ArcInfo, or Microsoft Project.
Knowledge of MoDOT, IDOT, and Illinois Tollway standards is highly desirable.
Ability and readiness to lead or support design efforts on projects.

Responsibilities

Design highways, local roads, parking lots, traffic signals, and lighting systems.
Prepare technical specifications, cost estimates, and design studies.
Develop concept plans, grant applications, and technical reports.
Provide design support during construction and review engineering drawings.
Collaborate with clients, construction teams, and internal stakeholders.
Assist in developing project proposals, scopes, schedules, and staffing estimates.