Geotechnical Engineer (Civil Engineer V)

State of Illinois; Illinois; Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Geotechnical Engineer (Civil Engineer V) position with the State of Illinois is based in Springfield, IL, and leads geotechnical activities across the district. You will supervise the Geotechnical Unit, craft technical solutions for design and construction, and manage consulting contracts to ensure project success.

Ideal candidates hold an Illinois PE or Structural Engineer license with at least five years in civil engineering and strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed professional engineer in Illinois or licensed structural engineer in Illinois
• Five years of civil engineering experience
• Experience in geotechnical engineering and soil testing

Responsabilités

• Plan and direct geotechnical activities for district projects.
• Supervise the Geotechnical Unit and provide technical solutions during design and construction.
• Manage professional consulting contracts and oversee project challenges.

Connaissances

Geotechnical knowledge

Subsurface investigation

Soil testing

Project management

Communication skills

Formation

Illinois PE license

Licensed Structural Engineer (IL)

Description du poste

The Geotechnical Engineer (Civil Engineer V) position at the Illinois Department of Transportation plans and directs geotechnical activities for roadway and structure projects across the district. The role involves supervising the Geotechnical Unit, providing technical solutions to geotechnical challenges during design and construction, and managing professional consulting contracts. This is a leadership position based in Springfield, Illinois, within the Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation.

Key qualifications:

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois or Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois
• Five years of experience in civil engineering
• Knowledge of geotechnical products, subsurface investigation methods, and soil testing procedures
• Previous work experience in geotechnical engineering
• Strong management, oral, and written communication skills
• Strong judgment and analytical aptitude