South Area Senior Bridge Inspection Engineer-; Civil Engineer Iv

South Area Senior Bridge Inspection Engineer-(Civil Engineer IV)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.

Position Overview

This position is accountable for bridge inspections including National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), Element, Underwater, Special Feature, Non-Redundant Steel Tension Member, and Load Rating Inspections, as well as for providing information necessary to complete bridge condition reports and for performing other bridge related inspections for all the bridges in the assigned geographic area.

Essential Functions

• Performs annual bridge inspection programs including National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), Element, Underwater, Non-Redundant Steel Tension Member, Special Feature Inspection and Load Rating Inspections for the assigned geographic area.
• Schedules personnel and equipment to ensure inspection schedules are met.
• Ensures effective expenditure of budgetary funds.
• Ensures technical expertise is necessary to perform bridge inspections.
• Qualification as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader in Illinois is required before submitting bridge inspections.
• Trains, provides guidance, and mentors newer personnel within the bridge section on proper inspection techniques and safe methods of bridge inspections.
• 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 required.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four years of supervisory responsibility, of which three years should be in highway engineering.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Requires district wide travel.
• Requires the ability to climb and inspect various types of bridges.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• Requires qualification as a Bridge Inspection Team Leader in Illinois within one year of hire date.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Senior Bridge Inspection Engineers. 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. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

• 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

We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.