SENIOR STRUCTURAL PLANNING ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for structural, geometric, and economic analysis; development and approval of type, size, and location (TSL) plans for large and extremely complex bridges and other highway structures; and review and approval of TSL plans prepared by consultants.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Ability to prepare complete engineering plans and specifications.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil and structural engineering.
Ability to independently diagnose and troubleshoot structural engineering issues.
Working knowledge of engineering software.
Strong oral and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

Plans large and extremely complex structures.
Performs field investigations of structural problems.
Performs preliminary design and analysis of extremely complex structure types utilizing the newest methods and technology.
Analyzes and evaluates complex type, size, and location (TSL) plans prepared by consultants.
Performs structural and economic investigations.
Analyzes and evaluates feasibility studies and bridge condition reports for extremely complex projects.
Assists district office staff in determining appropriate scope of work for projects involving structures.
Provides direction and technical assistance in the layout and drafting of preliminary designs.
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