Civil Engineer 1

St. Clair County (IL); Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Clair County seeks a Civil Engineer to perform a variety of engineering functions including project management, inspections, and communications with officials. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and be proficient in applicable software. The position requires self-motivation, attention to detail, and the ability to traverse uneven terrains. Candidates will undergo drug and alcohol tests as well as background checks.

Qualifications

• Requires a Baccalaureate Degree in Civil Engineering from an Illinois approved program.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Excel, Word.
• Ability to traverse uneven ground and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering projects including surveys, design, and construction.
• Inspect roads and structures, making engineering recommendations.
• Prepare specifications and project payment estimates.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Knowledge of IDOT Standards

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Job description

Performs all types of civil engineering functions under the immediate supervision of the Assistant County Engineer.

• Independently perform and/or manages various phases of engineering, projects such as surveys, soil structure, design, right-of-way procurement, construction, traffic control, maintenance, equipment utilization and record keeping.
• Perform technical engineering work related to the planning, hydraulic design and structural design of various road and bridge projects.
• Serves as Resident Engineer on construction projects and observes the grading, surfacing and drainage structures for satisfactory workmanship and adherence to plans and specifications. Assist in establishing line and grade for the project and prepares the payment estimate for the contractor’s completed work. Draft specifications for projects following established procedures.
• Inspect existing County and Road District roads and structures and make engineering level recommendations as to their needed repair and/or reconstruction.
• Complete IDOT, FHWA, IGD and related forms and spreadsheets. Prepare and monitor Grant Applications to various agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by the Assistant County Engineer.

• Requires a Baccalaureate Degree in Civil Engineering from an Illinois approved engineering curriculum as defined by 225 ILCS 325.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Excel, Word and other software applications utilized by the County Highway Department.
• General knowledge of IDOT Standards and Polices
• Ability to traverse uneven ground
• Effectively communicate with staff, officials and the public.
• Self-motivation and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Comprehend and apply all of the various complexities of highway engineering to their work.

Position is subject to drug and alcohol tests and background check.