Fully Remote Highway Engineer (PE Required)

We are representing a nationally recognised, employee-owned consulting engineering firm with a strong and growing Transportation practice across Illinois. Due to a significant backlog of secured projects the firm is seeking an experienced Highway Engineer to join their team.

The position offers 100% remote flexibility, with the option to work hybrid from a local Illinois offices if preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver highway and roadway design projects from concept through final design.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates in accordance with IDOT and local agency standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including structures, traffic, drainage, and utilities.
• Manage client relationships and attend agency coordination meetings.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with agency and internal standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license - required (Illinois PE).
• 5+ years of highway/transportation design experience.
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects for IDOT and/or other Illinois transportation agencies.
• Proficiency in MicroStation / OpenRoads (or comparable roadway design software).
• Strong understanding of IDOT standards and procedures.

What's on Offer

• 100% remote flexibility with optional hybrid office working.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, publicly funded transportation projects.
• Long-term project pipeline and backlog stability.
• Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.