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Senior Roadway Engineer

Chicago, IL
Full-Time
Hybrid Schedule

About Us

10-4 Engineering PLLC is a Chicago-based civil engineering firm with a staff of 11. We deliver complex transportation projects throughout the Midwest, with many exciting and challenging projects coming up. Our name, 10-4 Engineering, comes from the familiar phrase “10-4,” meaning “message received, taking action.” That same spirit guides how we work every day: clear communication, decisive problem-solving, and a commitment to getting things done right the first time.

 

About the Job

This is more than a standard design role. We are looking for a licensed Senior Roadway Engineer with 7-15 years of experience who wants to help build and grow our roadway practice. You will have the chance to shape how we deliver roadway projects and play a key role in how our firm grows as a trusted transportation partner for public agencies and private clients. Our firm has a well-established structural team and a solid pipeline of projects, three (3) of which have roadway scope. We are looking for a transportation lead who can help deliver this roadway scope, as well as expand our multidisciplinary capabilities and position us to compete for increasingly complex IDOT, Tollway, and transportation projects. In this role, you will lead roadway design work from early planning and studies through detailed design, final plans, specs and estimates. If you want to take ownership of your work, build trusted client relationships, and mentor younger engineers, this is a rare chance to do it in a supportive, growing firm where your voice matters.

 

What You Will Do

  • Lead development of roadway designs, horizontal & vertical alignments, profiles, sections, details, etc.

  • Create geometric layouts for highways, roads, and interchanges that meet standards and client needs.

  • Prepare final plans, cost estimates, quantities, and specifications for bidding and construction.

  • Coordinate with structural, geotechnical, drainage, and traffic disciplines as needed.

  • Support permitting processes and contribute to feasibility studies, reports, and project documentation.

  • Help project managers with scoping, scheduling, budgeting, and ensuring quality deliverables.

  • Communicate with clients, agency contacts, and other stakeholders to streamline project delivery.

  • Mentor junior engineers and help shape a roadway team that works together and delivers great results.

 

What We Are Looking For

  • Based in the Chicago area or willing to relocate.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

  • Must hold a PE license in Illinois. This is required, no exceptions. You must already have the license.

  • At least seven (7) years of progressive roadway design experience, ideally with IDOT or Tollway projects.

  • Prior experience and close familiarity with IDOT and Illinois Tollway design manuals and standards.

  • Strong and hands-on experience with Microstation and OpenRoads Designer on design projects.

  • Experience preparing full plan sets, specifications, and cost estimates for bidding and construction.

  • Clear, confident communicator who can present ideas and coordinate with clients.

  • Organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects at once.

  • Care about mentoring others and being part of a small firm where your ideas and contributions matter.

 

What We Offer

  • Base salary: $125,000 – $175,000

  • Compensation will vary based on experience level, résumé/portfolio, technical skills, licensure, leadership/industry impact, and overall fit.

  • Fifteen (15) days of paid time off each year

  • Seven paid holidays, including one floating holiday

  • 401(k) plan with a 4% company match

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Flexible spending and health savings account options

  • Short term and long-term disability coverage

  • Hybrid and flexible work schedule

 

Ready to Take the Next Step?

At 10-4 Engineering, you will find the rare chance to shape your career while working on challenging projects alongside seasoned mentors who truly care about your growth. If you are ready to step up, learn, and help us build the future, we would love to meet you.

 

For more information or to apply, please reach out to Siobhan Sullivan (siobhan.sullivan@10-4eng.com) and Hemal Patel (hemal.patel@10-4eng.com).

 

10-4 Engineering PLLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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