Transportation Engineer

Pace•Arlington Heights, IL

13d•$70,902 - $154,928•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Section Manager, Design and Construction, the transportation engineer reviews engineering plans, studies and reports prepared by the Illinois Department of Transportation, counties, and municipalities for impacts to existing bus service and develops opportunities for inclusion of new bus stop infrastructure in the plans. The position also reviews private-sector development proposals to evaluate impacts on transit service and infrastructure.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with emphasis on traffic and transportation engineering.
Minimum of four years' experience in the design, review, and management of transportation and roadway improvement projects, with a good work history.
Valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
State of Illinois Engineer-in-Training certification or obtain Engineering-in-Training certification within one year of being hired.
Thorough understanding of highway, traffic, and construction engineering principles including highway and pedestrian safety, geometric and drainage design, vehicle turning movements, sight distance analysis, and construction materials.
Understanding of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the National Environmental Policy Act.
Familiarity with FHWA, IDOT, Tollway, county, and municipal highway policies, regulations, procedures, and design standards.
Proficient using computers including Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Experience using other software including AutoCAD, MicroStation, and AutoTurn.
Able to read and understand engineering plans and be able to initiate and evaluate design and field engineering changes during construction.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Sitting for extended periods, typing on a computer, and attending meetings.
Able to lift objects weighing up to 10 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree is preferred.
Previous experience with project management, transit planning and facility design, construction, and managing consultants is preferred.
Professional Engineer License in the State of Illinois is preferred.
Previous experience with e-Builder and Bluebeam is preferred.

Responsibilities

Providing engineering guidance on Pace programs including Arterial Rapid Transit and Bus on Shoulder.
Providing project management of consultant prepared studies, reports, and plans. Serves as Construction Project Manager, including field observation and documentation and review of Contractor Requests for Information, Change Order Proposals, and Pay Applications for the construction of Pace infrastructure.
Reviewing bus shelter plans prepared by Pace consultants and prepares in-house plans for bus shelter installation and other site improvements.
Performing other duties as assigned.