Civil Engineer

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory•Batavia, IL

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Fermilab is seeking a Civil Engineer within its Infrastructure Services Directorate. The position plans and performs engineering tasks, including research, design, and development for medium to large civil engineering projects or portions of larger projects. Work must comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, requirements, and standards, as well as Department of Energy orders. Assignments may include equipment design and development, material testing, specification preparation, and coordination of the manpower needed to manufacture, install, and test projects. The engineer prepares plans and designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D. Under general direction, the Civil Engineer develops drainage and utility designs for site and roadway projects, prepares specifications and documentation for complex engineering solutions, and plans projects from inception through completion and operation. The role also includes estimating and coordinating resources, supporting procurement and project delivery, and providing technical direction to others. The position is onsite at Fermilab’s Batavia office; the work arrangement may change based on business needs. The expected hiring range is $99,500 to $130,900. Pay is determined based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, candidate qualifications, business considerations, internal equity, and market pay. Employment is contingent on successful background screening and drug screening. New employees must obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential and pass the associated federal background investigation. Employees and certain guest researchers and contractors are subject to restrictions concerning foreign-government-sponsored or affiliated activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
Passed the FE Exam and eligible to sit for the PE test.
At least 6 years of professional experience, or 4 years with a master’s degree or Ph.D., in the Architect-Engineer Consulting industry; as a staff engineer for the State of Illinois, an Illinois municipality or county; or at a DOE laboratory, with most work in civil project design or project management.
Knowledge of the Illinois Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction and familiarity with its construction-specification system.
Proficiency applying theories, concepts, principles, and methodology for the engineering discipline.
Ability to perform a variety of standard to moderately complex engineering techniques.
Project-planning skills for developing specifications and documents for medium to large projects from inception to completion.
Proficiency in project management.
Ability to contribute effectively within a diverse workforce and uphold Fermilab’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Ability to work onsite at the Batavia office.

Responsibilities

Analyze data and perform engineering calculations.
Develop designs for specific parts, components, or phases of projects.
Prepare drawings and designs using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Develop drainage and utility designs for site and roadway projects.
Develop specifications, designs, and documents for complex and potentially major engineering design solutions.
Plan medium to large projects from inception through completion and bring them to operating status.
Estimate manpower, schedule work, and coordinate and direct technicians.
Take a lead role in procurement, manufacturing, installation, testing, and operation.
Assist with or lead cost-estimate development and monitor budgetary obligations.
With oversight, review and approve work before resources are committed, ensuring compliance with specifications and cost and schedule constraints.
With supervisor review and approval, commit hardware and financial resources while ensuring compliance with specifications and cost and schedule constraints.
Serve on or lead safety panels, review committees, and other subcommittees as assigned.
Provide technical direction to draftspersons, designers, engineering associates, technicians, or less senior engineers as assigned.
Coordinate and/or supervise technicians and other engineers as assigned.
May participate in technical conferences and publications.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Perform duties in accordance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations and practices.