SENIOR REPAIR PLANS ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for the structural analysis and design of complex bridge repair and rehabilitation projects; reviewing and approving structural repair designs prepared by others; conducting structural inspections and investigations of deteriorated and damaged structures; and preparing emergency repair plans.

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 successful completion of a background screening.
Requires occasional statewide travel with 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.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Nice To Haves

Thorough knowledge of bridge design, construction, and maintenance.
Knowledge of inspection technology.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects with variable emergency repair characteristics.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff, consultants, and contractors.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develops structural repairs for highly complex structures incorporating innovative repair procedures with current methods and technology.
Prepares emergency repair plans for structures damaged by vehicles or river traffic.
Reviews repair and retrofit details prepared by other engineers, district personnel, or consultants for completeness and structural adequacy.
Provides structural expertise on defects noted during annual joint maintenance inspections of major boundary river structures.
Conducts special investigations related to repair techniques, construction procedures, and design specifications.
Performs field investigations of damaged or deteriorated structures and recommends corrective actions.
Reviews and recommends approval or rejection of contractor proposals involving construction methods such as shoring, bracing, and jacking.
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