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SHOP PLANS & TRAFFIC STRUCT GROUP ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V) REQ# 41751

Illinois Department of Transportation *
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Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62764

Job Requisition ID: 41751

Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Civil Engineer V
Closing Date/Time: 10/11/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,837 MONTHLY; Full Range $6,837 - $10,831 MONTHLY
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: NR916 Pro-Tech Teamsters

*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition policy.

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 41751 - IPR# 47011

Position Overview

This position is accountable for developing, evaluating, and ensuring compliance with departmental policies governing the preparation and review of shop plans for prestressed concrete, steel, aluminum structural components and other ancillary items for bridge construction. The incumbent is responsible for the preparation of designs and special, standard details, evaluation of field inspections, and in-depth investigations for traffic structures.

Essential Functions

  • Administers efficient, accurate, and timely reviews and distribution of shop plans for prestressed concrete and steel and aluminum structural elements.
  • Develops, analyzes, and reviews improvements in the design and details for the department’s overhead sign and traffic structures.
  • Trains, motivates, directs, and evaluates subordinates.
  • Analyzes fabricator/contractor requests to deviate from contract plans when plan errors are involved, documents the response, and disseminates information to affected parties.
  • Assesses current materials, details, department specifications, and recommends appropriately documented modifications and improvements.
  • Directs the Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication Unit in the absence of the Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication Unit Chief.
  • Conducts special studies and structural reviews.
  • Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
  • Five years of experience in civil engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Supervisory experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering with special emphasis on structural engineering.
  • Knowledge of the American Welding Society (AWS) and fabrication process.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications with special emphasis on Access, Word, and Excel.
  • Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Occasional statewide and out-of-state travel with overnight stay.
  • Successful completion of a background check.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Shop Plans and Traffic Structures Group Engineer.

The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois.

Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.

The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

  • Monday-Friday work schedule
  • Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling).
  • Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Pension Plan
  • (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
  • Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
  • New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
  • Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
  • (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

Work Hours: 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001

Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Bureau of Bridges & Structures/Bridge Design/Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation ; Leadership & Management; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

If you meet the qualifications for this position, please follow the link and apply today! https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Springfield-SHOP-PLANS-&-TRAFFIC-STRUCT-GROUP-ENGINEER-%28CIVIL-ENGINEER-V%29-IL-62764/1217604200/

*If you have questions about the Job Responsibilities or Qualifications, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed above

*If you have questions about the application process, please reach out to DOT.Recruitment@Illinois.gov

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.