GEOMETRICS ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

State of Illinois•Paris, IL

27d•$6,837 - $10,831•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is accountable for the interpretation of policies and procedures which govern the geometric design, capacity analysis, and access control limits of highways. Specifically, these items are directly related to the design of intersections, interchanges, rest areas, weigh stations and highway alignments. This position is also responsible for the development of highway route location and design studies during peak workloads.

Requirements

Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois OR current registration as licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Requires a valid driver's license.
Requires occasional statewide travel which may include overnight stays.
Requires a successfully completed background check.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.
Ability to direct the work of other engineers and technicians.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.

Responsibilities

Develops geometric designs and determines if central office review of geometrics is required prior to a public hearing or informational meeting.
Reviews and concurs with geometric designs on state highways which have been prepared by consultants, counties, municipalities, and other district bureaus. Approves policy consistent designs after becoming qualified by the procedure provided in the Bureau of Design and Environment Manual.
Reviews and/or prepares safety projects prior to submission to safety committee for inclusion program.
Reviews and accepts geometric revisions prepared after construction contracts have been awarded.
Directs route location and design studies during peak workloads.
Approves policy consistent designs.
Trains, motivates, and evaluates 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