Professional Engineer, Civil - Construction

TKDA is a 100% employee‑owned firm, and we’re excited to welcome a Professional Engineer to our growing Railroad Services team in Downers Grove, Illinois. If you’re someone who thrives on solving complex infrastructure challenges and enjoys working with a tight‑knit, multidisciplinary team, this role could be a great fit. You’ll collaborate with experts in architecture, civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering to deliver innovative solutions for Class I, short line, and passenger railroads across the country.

In this position, you’ll take the lead on site design for industrial facilities like railyards, maintenance and service buildings, locomotive fueling stations, and administrative offices. You’ll also have the opportunity to grow your project management skills, mentor junior staff, and contribute to business development efforts by cultivating client relationships and supporting proposal development.

Hybrid Work Environment
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Our hybrid work policy includes three days in the office (Tuesday through Thursday) and two days working from home (Monday and Friday).

• Lead site design for industrial facilities such as railyards, maintenance buildings, fueling stations, and administrative offices.
• Oversee utility design, including domestic water, fire protection, sanitary sewer, stormwater, industrial waste, and portable water systems.
• Prepare design documents, specifications, cost estimates, and calculations.
• Manage multi‑disciplinary projects from concept through construction.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Support business development through client engagement, proposal development, and presentations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois.
• 5–10 years of experience in civil/site design and utility infrastructure.
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Experience in railroad‑related projects is a plus.

Salary: $102,580 - $131,450 a year

Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.

Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses.

HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA‑eligible plan.

401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals.

ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits.

Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year.

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.