Bridge Ratings Group Engineer (Civil Engineer V

BRIDGE RATINGS GROUP ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

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Position Overview:

This position is responsible for maintaining the department's bridge load ratings on the state highway system, performing the structural engineering analysis of state-maintained structures required for permit overloads, capacity ratings, and load restrictions of deficient bridges or closure of structures.

Essential Functions:

Determines the safe load carrying capacities for all state-maintained structures. Reviews of structural ratings and recommendations made by in-house staff and consultants. Ensures all load rating information is up to date within ISIS and a SLRS and all supporting calculations and notes are saved and readily accessible. Manages the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Ware software, including trouble shooting and development.

Provides engineering expertise in review and analysis of permit overloads to the Bureau of Operations and construction overloads to the Bureau of Project Implementation. Provides structural engineering analysis for the district's resurfacing projects. Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinates and consultants to ensure a well-developed and competent staff who comply with all departmental safety rules and practices. 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.

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. Five years of experience in civil engineering.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois. Experience in structural engineering in the areas of…