Assistant Project Engineer Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Job Location: Chicago, IL 60606
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $142,000.00 - $155,000.00
Travel Percentage: Up to 30%
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Engineering

The Civil/Traffic Project Engineer will independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. The Engineer will assist a Project Manager to lead design, mentor younger staff, and prepare PS&E deliverables on projects with complex features.

• Assist Project Manager in managing civil/traffic projects
• Review completed project documents for conformity and quality assurance
• Perform administrative duties related to managing a project (invoicing, budget tracking, and schedule tracking)
• Assist upper-level management and staff as a technical specialist or advisor
• Assist in preparation of proposals
• Develop scope and fee for projects

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge and experience in civil engineering design required to produce PS&E deliverables.
• Experience on projects including rail grade crossings, roadway signage, roadway striping, utility coordination, traffic signals, detour lanes, traffic staging, and/or ADA design are preferred.
• Experience with CAD and design software including Bentley MicroStation and AutoCAD products
• Advanced oral and written communication skills
• Experience tracking project budget and schedule

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program
• 8+ years prior experience needed

Preferred Education and Experience

• Engaged in life‑long learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues
• Experience as a civil discipline lead on projects managing project team and deliverable production.

Additional Qualifications, Certifications, etc.

• Professional Engineer (PE) in home state.

• Coordinate work with staff necessary to complete assignments
• Assist Project Manager in overseeing scopes, budgets, and schedules for project

• Receive supervision and guidance from Project Manager
• Coordinate project work with technical discipline

• Interact with clients and stakeholders
• Relationships with industry peers and potential teaming partners

The work is primarily in a professional office environment but may include temporary field assignments.

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some field work may be required. This would require the ability to drive a vehicle and travel on uneven ground surfaces in limited access sites.

Travel may be required to RailPros offices, field offices, client offices, work sites, and other project related locations.

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional Coverage Plans: Accident plan, critical illness plan, and hospital indemnity with employee to family coverage.
• Legal Shield, ID Shield, Pet Insurance: Added protection for you... and your pets.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer provided coverage with additional voluntary options available.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer match includes pre and post deduction options.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): With carryover each year.
• Paid Holidays: For full time employees.
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives and resources.
• Discount Programs: Exclusive discounts on products and services.
• Company Merchandise Allowance: Company funded allowance for our online store.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA): With employer match.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Employer funded.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): For dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career growth.
• Balanced Work Environment: A culture that respects boundaries so employees can recharge and bring their best selves to work.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continued education or professional development.
• Professional & Career Growth: Through mentorship, continuous training, career path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning.
• Culture & Recognition: Employee spotlights, annual Service Excellence Awards, alignment committee, philanthropy opportunities, company events, monthly new hire calls, monthly newsletters, feedback surveys, and quarterly town halls.

RailPros provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations unless doing so would impose undue hardship. For accommodation requests, contact peopleoperations@railpros.com.