STANDARDS ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

53d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for developing, drafting, and publishing the Highway Standards Drawings. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Standards Engineer. The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs. The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.

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.
Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Valid driver’s license.
Physical ability to work around construction and plant sites where items may not be easily accessible, such as bending and climbing.
Statewide and occasional out-of-state travel with overnight stays.
Successful completion of a background screening.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.
Working knowledge of construction concepts.
Working knowledge of CADD.
Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develops, prepares, and publishes the Highway Standard Drawings.
Provides liaison for contractors, manufacturers, and material associations.
Makes presentations to explain new/revised standards.
Directs, organizes, develops, and motivates personnel to accomplish department objectives in the Standards and Specifications Unit.
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

Annual after-tax bonus of $15,000 per year, for not more than 4 years, for up to 50 engineers employed by the Department (Higher Education Student Loan Repayment Assistance for Engineers Pilot Program).
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)
12 paid Sick Days annually
10 paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can 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