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Transportation Engineer

gpac
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026
A leading firm is seeking a qualified Transportation Engineer to join a team of engineering professionals. This role requires a passionate individual with experience in the transportation design industry.

Join a team dedicated to planning, designing, and consulting to create thriving communities. Work environment is inclusive, fostering a culture where employees feel they belong. People are valued and their well-being, professional growth, and development is prioritized. If you are passionate about your work and enjoy a collaborative environment, get in touch!

Responsibilities Of The Transportation Engineer Include

  • Oversite of teams conducting work on transportation projects, including roadway design, traffic operations, roadway design, transportation planning, and environmental assessments.
  • Managing the preparation of engineering reports, plans, and specifications for various projects
  • Reviewing preliminary and final plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates, making necessary recommendations for modifications
  • Participating in contract bidding and administration as needed
  • Supervising and observing project design and progress, coordinating with City, State, and County officials and other agencies
  • Supervising junior engineers and technical support personnel
  • Coordinating projects with clients, contractors, outside consultants, and firm staff
  • Communicating and interacting with project team members, client representatives, review agencies, and others as appropriate
  • Resolving complex problems, such as conflicting design requirements and difficult coordination requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology
  • 2 years of experience in the transportation industry
  • E.I.T. or P.E. certification is required
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of software systems: HCS, SYNCHRO, SIDRA, CORSIM, VISSIM, CUBE, TransCAD, MicroStation, Microsoft Office
  • Experience with DOT projects

Contact Chris Albano at chris.albano@gogpac.com for more information.

If you are an experienced Transportation Engineer looking for an exciting new opportunity, apply today!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Salary : $85,000 - $135,000

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