Transportation Design Engineer

Overview

Shape the Future with DLZ!

At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.

Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

DLZ Corporation is seeking a motivated Transportation Design Engineer to join our team in Chicago, IL!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering and design assignments for transportation and traffic projects.
• Prepare detailed drawings and coordinate with engineers and technical staff; review completed work for accuracy.
• Prepare specifications, proposals, cost estimates, and project schedules.
• Support senior staff and collaborate within a team environment.
• Assist in the preparation of plans and specifications for transportation projects.
• Perform traffic engineering and design tasks across a range of projects.
• Oversee entry-level engineers’ design work.
• Follow established quality control procedures.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, and external partners.
• Perform work in accordance with safety standards and project requirements.
• Participate in professional organizations and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 3–5 years of roadway/transportation engineering experience.
• PE license (Illinois or other states) preferred; FE required/acceptable.
• Experience with OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D.
• Experience with IDOT and/or Local Agency Federal Aid projects.
• Phase II experience with IDOT District 1 or local county DOT's (LCDOT, DuDOT, CCDOTH, KDOT) preferred, with an emphasis on design of traffic signals and/or ITS.
• Experience with roadway geometric design.
• Knowledge of MUTCD, ADA, and PROWAG requirements.
• Lighting plan experience a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to visit and navigate construction sites in compliance with safety requirements.

Qualifications

Investing in Your Future:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws. #LI-DM1