Assistant Geometrics Engineer (Civil Engineer Iv)

the Agency; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Civil Engineer IV in Ottawa, Ontario to oversee geometric design and implement safety programs for highways. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in highway design, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and comprehensive benefits are offered for this full-time position.

Benefits

Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Pension Plan

12 weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible work schedules (hybrid options)

Qualifications

• Working experience in highway design is essential.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures governing highway projects required.
• Ability to analyze and solve highway engineering problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop geometric designs for safety projects.
• Review contractor designs for compliance with standards.
• Present designs to the public and agencies.

Skills

Highway design

Geometric design

Traffic engineering

Project review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Requisition ID : 49456 IPR# 25-00361

Closing Date : 09 / 25 / 2025

Agency : Department of Transportation

Position Title : CIVIL ENGINEER IV

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary : $6281 Monthly; Full Range : $6281 - $9792 Monthly

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : LaSalle

Number of Vacancies : 1

Bargaining Unit Code : NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement / labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Assistant Geometrics 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 value diversity and uphold high ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. The department offers extensive training and career advancement along with a robust benefits package.

Position Overview

This position is accountable for interpreting policies and procedures governing geometric design, capacity, and access control of highways for the design of intersections, interchanges, rest areas, and other features. This position also develops and implements the district’s Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP). It prepares and analyzes crash reports as requested, performs design reviews, and prepares intersection designs for approval by the Senior Geometrics Engineer. It assists with the review of highway access permit applications.

Essential Functions

• Develops alternatives and reviews geometric designs in the district’s program prior to the public involvement process.
• Reviews geometric designs on state highways prepared by consultants, counties, municipalities, and other district bureaus.
• Reviews and prepares safety projects for inclusion in the district’s Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP).
• Prepares/reviews geometric revisions during development of project plans and after construction contracts have been awarded.
• Presents designs to the public and other agencies.
• Implements the Highway Safety Manual in conjunction with Phase I planning.
• Conducts before-and-after studies on previously completed safety projects to assess performance of safety improvements.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules and in a manner conducive to fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Working experience in highway design.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures that govern the design of highway projects.
• Ability to analyze and solve highway engineering problems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license.
• Occasional statewide travel with overnight stays.
• Occasional overtime.
• Successful completion of a background screening.
• Certain revolving door restrictions apply; notification may be required before accepting non-State employment during or within one year after State employment.
• Statement of Economic Interest filing requirements per the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.

Benefits

The department offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Monday–Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules (hybrid options)
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• (12) weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefits
• (12) paid Sick Days annually
• (10) paid Vacation Days in the first year, up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
• (3) paid Personal Days annually
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
• Tution Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources

Work Details

Work Hours : 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday

Work Location : 700 E Norris Dr, Ottawa, Illinois 61350

Work Office : Office of Highways Project Implementation Region 2 / District 3 / Bureau of Program Development

Application Instructions

Use the Apply button at the posting to begin the application process. Sign in as required. State employees should use the internal career portal; non-State employees should create a profile to apply. See the sections for State and Non-State applicants for detailed steps.

Questions about how to apply can be addressed via the provided resources for State and Non-State employees.

Key Skills

Relevant areas include: Highway design, Geometric design, Traffic engineering, Project review.

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1