SENIOR LOCAL BRIDGE LOAD RATINGS ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide the technical expertise and practical working knowledge of structural inspection, load rating, and posting of bridges in administering the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and state statutes.

Requirements

Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
Four years of experience in civil engineering.
Three years of experience in structural design analysis and inspection load ratings
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Requires successful completion of a background screening.
Requires occasional statewide travel which may include overnight stays.
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.

Nice To Haves

Thorough knowledge of the principals and practices of structural engineering with special emphasis on bridge design, construction, load rating, inspection, and maintenance.
Bridge Inspection Certification of Program Manager and/or Team Leader in the state of Illinois.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers and the public.

Responsibilities

Ensures accurate detailed plans, photographs, and sketches are produced for structural evaluation of local agency structures.
Performs structural capacity determination of local agency structures to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
Provides advice concerning bridge-related matters to district personnel and local agencies, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.
Monitors scheduling of inspections on a priority of need and most efficient use of manpower.
Provides expertise and instruction to district and local agency personnel concerning bridge inspection techniques and documentation.
Trains and motivates bridge inspection technicians to ensure well-developed and competent staff.
Reviews load ratings completed by consultants working for local agencies.
Performs load ratings for permit analysis and overlay requests.
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