SENIOR DESIGN SQUAD ENGINEER - CIVIL ENGINEER IV
About The Position
This position is accountable for the supervision and direction of a squad of designers within the Plan Preparation Section of the Bureau of Design. It ensures that contract plans and special provisions for highway improvements are prepared and designed in accordance with the department’s policies, standards, procedures, and accepted engineering practices. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Senior Design Squad 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.
Requirements
- Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois OR current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
- Four years of experience in civil engineering.
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Requires occasional overtime.
- Requires occasional travel.
- Requires successful completion of a background screening.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a civil engineering degree and civil engineering educational seminars.
- Experience as a lead designer in highway engineering.
- Working knowledge of contract plan preparation for highway improvement projects.
- Ability to supervise the work of other engineers and technicians.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes, and directs plan preparation to ensure projects are completed in an effective, efficient, and timely manner.
- Ensures that all plans and specifications are in accordance with design policies and procedures.
- Ensures that other district bureaus complete plan preparation responsibilities to meet established letting dates.
- Motivates, evaluates, organizes, and assigns subordinates to properly perform their duties.
- Provides subordinates with direction and training necessary for the performance of their duties.
- 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
- 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)
- 12 paid Sick Days annually
- 10 paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to 25 paid Vacation Days annually
- 3 paid Personal Days annually
- 13-14 paid holidays annually (based on start date)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
