SQUAD ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER III)

State of Illinois•Dixon, IL

5d•$5,761 - $9,548•Hybrid

About The Position

The Squad Engineer is accountable for preparing design reports, plans, and specifications for highway improvement projects using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD). The role manages technical aspects of project report and plan preparation, ensures deliverables meet standards and specifications within required timeframes, and supports the work of the Studies and Plans Unit. The position is based in the Illinois Department of Transportation’s District 2 Bureau of Program Development in Dixon, Illinois, with a hybrid schedule of one to five days per week in the office depending on operational needs. Work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The position is a union position subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement. The role also includes instructing staff, supervising exhibits for coordination with agencies and the public, and carrying out other assignments as directed by the Project Engineer. Occasional overnight travel for conferences and training seminars is required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college, or a current Illinois Engineer Intern Certificate, or a current Illinois Professional Engineer license, or a current Illinois Structural Engineer license.
Applicants qualifying through a degree alone must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0. Applicants with a GPA between 2.0 and 2.5 must also hold a current Illinois Engineer Intern Certificate, Illinois Professional Engineer license, or Illinois Structural Engineer license.
Thirty-seven months of experience in civil engineering.
Valid driver’s license.
Successful completion of a background screening.
Occasional overnight travel to conferences and training seminars.
Compliance with applicable revolving-door restrictions under 5 ILCS 430/5-45, including notifying the OEIG before accepting certain non-State employment offers during State employment or within one year after State employment.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Access.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering.
Ability to maintain harmonious relationships with employees, agency officials, and the general public.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Manage technical aspects of project report and plan preparation to ensure proper design of roadway improvement projects.
Prepare accurate project reports and contract plans that meet required standards and specifications within prescribed timeframes.
Assemble plans to ensure completeness of plan sets and proper quantity scheduling and application of standards.
Instruct staff members on project report and plan preparation and department procedures.
Supervise preparation of exhibits for coordination with outside agencies, public meetings, and other purposes.
Complete duties and special assignments supporting the Studies and Plans Unit as assigned by the Project Engineer.
Perform duties in compliance with department safety rules and in a manner conducive to fair and equitable treatment of employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Pension plan
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical and daycare programs
12 paid sick days annually
10 paid vacation days in the first year, with the opportunity to earn up to 25 paid vacation days annually
3 paid personal days annually
13–14 paid holidays annually, based on start date
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program and/or mental health resources
Flexible work schedules in several program areas, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling
Extensive training and career advancement opportunities