Roadway Engineer ($5,000 Signing Bonus)

at Hanson Professional Services, Inc. in Peoria, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Roadway Engineer ($5,000 Signing Bonus)

About Us

At Hanson Professional Services, Inc. we are committed to transforming communities through innovative engineering solutions. We are seeking a candidate to fill a full-time Roadway Engineer position in our Peoria, IL office. Our roadway team is dynamic, forward-thinking, and passionate about making a difference.

Why Hanson?

Join the Hanson team and love what you do. Focus on making a difference as you support the development of infrastructure that has a positive impact on communities here at home and across the country.

+ Career Advancement: We believe in investing in our employees’ growth and provide opportunities for professional development and career progression.

+ Professional Development: Hanson provides opportunities for both internal and external technical training and supports participation with technical and industry organizations.

+ Innovative Projects: Work on a variety of challenging and impactful projects that shape the infrastructure of the many communities we serve.

+ Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team that values your ideas and fosters a culture of innovation.

+ Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, plus a $5,000 signing bonus. We are 100% employee owned and when we succeed, we do so together.

+ Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, family care leave, wellness programs, and a supportive work environment.

Position Profile

Ready to take your career to the next level? As a Roadway Engineer at Hanson, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and implementing innovative roadway projects that make a difference across Illinois and beyond. Join our multidisciplinary design teams and work on exciting projects that include:

+ Major urban thoroughfare reconstructions.

+ Rural highway and road rehabilitation and reconstruction.

+ Green infrastructure solutions, pedestrian and bicycle facilities.

+ Complex intersections, bridge replacements, and rail grade crossings.

As a key member of the project design team you will help mentor and develop entry level staff in the areas of roadway design. We utilize the latest Open Roads Designer (ORD) software and have a training program in place to assist users at all levels and an active software user group to tackle new challenges. To support your growth, Hanson offers a variety of education and development opportunities to help you build your skills and advance your career.

Key Job Functions/Responsibilities

+ Design solutions for challenging transportation projects.

+ Develop construction plans and contract documents.

+ Author technical documents such as engineering reports and special provisions.

+ Visit project sites to review existing conditions, identify potential challenges, and develop alternative solutions and recommendations.

+ Work closely with experienced engineers who will guide and support you as you advance in your career.

+ Provide direction and mentoring to engineering support staff.

+ Prepare and review calculations, quantity takeoffs and opinions of probable cost.

+ Grow client relationships and assist with project pursuits.

+ Assist with public involvement activities.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Technical Skills:

+ Roadway design experience.

+ Experience with roadway design software such as OpenRoads Designer (preferred), PowerGeopak, or Civil 3D.

Soft Skills:

+ A strong desire to learn, grow, and excel as an engineer and a professional.

+ Ability to mentor and guide entry-level technical staff.

+ Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

+ Willingness to put in extra hours to meet project deadlines when necessary.

Education/Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.

+ 5+ years of professional experience, including 2+ years focused on roadway design.

+ Illinois P.E. or eligible to obtain within 6 months.

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plans

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page (http://www.hanson-inc.com/careers/employee-benefits/) for all the details.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

Monthly educational webinars

Leadership training

Lunch & learn development sessions

24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses

Mentorship opportunities

Award-winning internship program

Employee recognition

And so much more!

As employers/governmental contractors, we comply with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities where they apply. To assist us in meeting our affirmative action goals, employees are encouraged to refer minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY – AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

EEO / MINORITY / FEMALE / INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES / VETERAN

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