DESIGN TECHNOLOGY ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for assisting in the review of pavement designs and life-cycle cost analyses from the districts. This position is responsible for planning, directing, and conducting studies dealing with the design and construction of pavements in Illinois, for recommending strategies to solve specific pavement design problems, and or making recommendations to improve pavement design and construction policies and procedures. Essential Functions Performs initial review of district pavement designs and life-cycle cost analyses to determine the appropriate pavement type for the project. Plans, directs, and conducts research studies and investigations aimed at improving the design, construction, and performance of all types of Hot-Mix Asphalt and Portland Cement Concrete pavements. Provides recommendations regarding departmental pavement design and construction techniques and methodologies based on historical performance. Investigates existing problems associated with specific pavement design and construction details to determine the causes and recommends corrective action to the districts. Prepares technical papers to document findings of investigations and in-house research studies. Assists with the development of departmentwide courses on pavement design and construction practices. Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinate personnel to ensure their effectiveness. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of pavement design and life-cycle cost analysis.
Knowledge of pavement performance data.
Experience with applying policies, specifications, and standards.
Good organizational, leadership, and self-motivational skills.
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Performs initial review of district pavement designs and life-cycle cost analyses to determine the appropriate pavement type for the project.
Plans, directs, and conducts research studies and investigations aimed at improving the design, construction, and performance of all types of Hot-Mix Asphalt and Portland Cement Concrete pavements.
Provides recommendations regarding departmental pavement design and construction techniques and methodologies based on historical performance.
Investigates existing problems associated with specific pavement design and construction details to determine the causes and recommends corrective action to the districts.
Prepares technical papers to document findings of investigations and in-house research studies.
Assists with the development of departmentwide courses on pavement design and construction practices.
Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinate personnel to ensure their effectiveness.
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