Project Engineer, Civil Engineering
Listed on 2026-01-30
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Job Description
Job Description
Orion Engineers, PLLC (Orion) was founded to make a difference to our employees, clients, and fellow military veterans who bravely served our country. Our team of dynamic and diverse professionals drive creative engineering solutions that are responsive, proactive, and cost effective for our clients and communities. Orion Engineers are looking for a dynamic Project Engineer with a focus on infrastructure and the transportation industry to join our growing firm.
As a Project Engineer at Orion, you will have the opportunity to work with great leaders of the industry on a wide variety of projects in transportation engineering and hone your technical skills while gaining broad exposure to project accounting, client service, marketing and product and business development. Bring your talent, passion, and purpose—let’s shape the infrastructure of tomorrow, together.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Analyzes information and data to perform routine design tasks.
- Receives instructions from Project Manager or Senior Project Engineers as to the general results expected.
- Research design options and document findings.
- Responsible as a member of the design team for accuracy of engineering design and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
- Research code requirements.
- Prepare environmental impact and other administrative reports required for project permits.
- Keeps Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project schedule, scope or additional services.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing current professional publications; establishing professional networks; and participating in professional societies.
- Assist or participate in the preparation of project proposals and other business development efforts.
- May be asked to participate in non-design engineering activities such as construction inspection and materials testing, surveying, CADD production, and field data collection.
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field with emphasis on highway design, traffic and transportation engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure for the State of Illinois required
- Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
- Minimum 3+ years progressively responsible experience as a Transportation Engineer or similar position
- Demonstrate familiarity with ISTHA/IDOT policies, roadway design and plan preparation, and construction engineering
- Must have experience with Micro Station design software
- Experience with Geopak SS4/3D experience with modeling, cross sections and SUDA a plus
- Qualified candidate must have a good work history and possess a valid driver's license to use company-owned vehicles to travel to project locations, perform field work, or attend off-property meetings
- Competitive starting salary ranging from $85,000 to $110,000, based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, health, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD, EAP, commuter, and more
- Hybrid work environment within a dynamic company
- Supportive, collaborative culture focused on inclusion and belonging
- Engaging social, wellness, and community service opportunities
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