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RS&H · 2 days ago

Senior Transportation Engineer

RS&H is an employee-owned firm and one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Transportation Engineer to lead transportation projects across Illinois, collaborating with the Illinois Department of Transportation while shaping the future of mobility.

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Responsibilities

Lead and manage the design of complex roadway and multimodal transportation projects, including geometric design, drainage, traffic control, and construction staging
Serve as a technical liaison with IDOT, local agencies, stakeholders, and the public to ensure compliance with state and federal standards
Oversee project delivery from concept through construction, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality
Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning
Support business development through proposal writing, client engagement, and strategic planning

Qualification

Civil Engineering degreeIllinois PE licenseTransportation engineering experienceBentley OpenRoads DesignerStakeholder engagementSolution-oriented mindsetExceptional communication skillsLeadership skillsStrategic thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Active Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in transportation engineering, with a strong portfolio of IDOT or Illinois Tollway projects
Proficiency in Bentley OpenRoads Designer, and other design software

Preferred

Experience with alternative delivery methods (CMGC, DB, PDB)
Familiarity with IDOT's Bureau of Design and Environment (BDE) Manual and Phase I/II documentation
Previous involvement in stakeholder engagement or public meetings

Benefits

A collaborative, mission-driven culture that values integrity, creativity, and technical excellence.
Opportunities to work alongside IDOT and other public-sector leaders on high-profile, transformative infrastructure projects.
Career growth through mentorship, leadership development, and technical training.
A commitment to sustainability, equity, and community impact.

Company

RS&H Provides Architecture, Engineering And Consulting Solutions.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Lisa Robert
President and CEO
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Christopher Roe
Executive Vice President & Business Development Organization Leader
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