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Professional Engineer, Civil - Construction

TKDA
Downers Grove, Illinois
Full Time
Posted September 9, 2025
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Job Description

A Professional Engineer in Civil Construction at TKDA will lead site design projects for industrial rail facilities, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support business development efforts within a hybrid work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead site design for industrial facilities such as railyards, maintenance and service buildings, locomotive fueling stations, and administrative offices
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop innovative infrastructure solutions for railroads
  • Manage project tasks, timelines, and client communication to ensure successful project delivery
  • Mentor junior staff and support their professional development
  • Contribute to business development efforts by cultivating client relationships and supporting proposal development

Requirements

  • Possess a Professional Engineer license in Civil Engineering or be eligible to obtain licensure in Illinois.
  • Have experience taking the lead on site design for industrial facilities such as railyards, maintenance and service buildings, locomotive fueling stations, and administrative offices.
  • Demonstrate the ability to solve complex infrastructure challenges related to railroad projects.
  • Be able to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including experts in architecture, civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering.
  • Have the capacity to grow project management skills and mentor junior staff.
  • Be willing to contribute to business development efforts by cultivating client relationships and supporting proposal development.
  • Successfully complete a standard pre-employment background screening, including Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

Benefits & Perks

Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Annual Incentive Plan: discretionary bonuses
HSA Contributions: monthly employer contributions for HSA-eligible plans
401 k Match: employer matching on 401 k deferrals
ESOP: Employee Stock Ownership Plan funded by company profits
Paid Time Off: accrue PTO based on professional experience
Paid Holidays: eight paid holidays per year

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