DESIGN AND PLANNING ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

State of Illinois•Ottawa, IL

37d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for determining the nature and scope of highway safety; day labor; contract maintenance; crack sealing; bridge painting; storm sewer maintenance; bridge repair; emergency repair; electrical and traffic control related projects; and providing technical advice and assistance on those matters to other bureaus in the district, various local officials, and the general public.

Requirements

Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Valid driver’s license.
Districtwide travel for field reviews as well as statewide travel to attend conferences and meetings.
Successful completion of a background screening.
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.
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. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

Nice To Haves

Ability to direct the work of other engineers and technicians, mechanics, equipment operators, and laborers.
Experience in construction and project management.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develops and monitors annual contract maintenance, crack sealing, bridge repair, bridge painting, storm sewer maintenance, emergency repair, day labor contracts, rest area/weigh scale, and signal and safety improvement programs in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Provides technical advice to various departmental personnel, local agency personnel, contractors, and consultants in the design, construction, and maintenance of electrical devices and safety-related highway features using state of the art engineering practices.
Reviews and approves overweight/height/width and parade permits. Answers complaints and inquiries from local officials, civic groups, and the general public.
Ensures the accuracy and timely completion of plans, studies, and reports.
Fills in as acting Maintenance Field Engineer until the vacancy is filled.
Provides effective training, motivation, and evaluation of subordinate personnel in order to operate an efficient Design and Planning Section.
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