CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for the assurance of high-quality Portland cement concrete (PCC) in pavements and structures for the department through supervision, technical guidance, development, and implementation of concrete quality management programs.

Requirements

Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Requires successful completion of a background screening.
Requires occasional statewide and out-of-state travel which may include overnight stays.
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.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience of any duration
Experience in highway engineering.
Knowledge of various types of concrete mixtures and relevant and emerging test methods for plastic and hardened concrete.
Knowledge of American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.
Ability to make decisions regarding quality and durability of products and materials.
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers and industry staff.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Ensures proper quality assurance testing and development of concrete related materials and test methods.
Within the Concrete Laboratory, furnishes laboratory test data to district office staff, calibrates concrete testing equipment, and distributes concrete testing equipment and parts.
Develops and furnishes interpretation of specifications, provides technical assistance, and develops and updates department publications.
Acts as the resource for the department in relation to concrete technology.
Develops test procedures and specifications for new products and materials.
Acts as the field liaison with district office staff to ensure that concrete plants produce mixtures in a specified manner.
Develops and implements the Concrete Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QC/QA) Program.
Provides concrete mix designs when requested by district office staff and maintains the approved materials lists.
Ensures the department has staff adequately trained to teach the Concrete Tester course.
Provides consulting and testing services to in-state and out-of-state government agencies.
Provides liaison for the materials industry to keep the department abreast of developments in concretetechnology.
Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinates to ensure a well-developed and competent staff.
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.

Benefits

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