Geotechnical Investigation Engineer - (Civil Engineer III)

State of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Geotechnical Investigation Engineer (Civil Engineer III) supervises geotechnical investigations and analyzes data to support the design, construction, and maintenance of highways in Illinois's Region 5/District 8. The role manages the district's drilling program, trains and supervises staff, and ensures compliance with safety regulations and project schedules.

This position is based in Collinsville, Illinois within the Department of Transportation's Office of Highways and Intermodal Project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or current Illinois Professional Engineer license.
• 37 months of civil engineering experience.
• Knowledge of geotechnical products, subsurface investigation methods, and soil testing procedures.
• Ability to supervise staff engaged in field or office engineering functions.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel district-wide with occasional overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the district's drilling program and oversee geotechnical investigations.
• Analyze data to support design, construction, and maintenance of highways in Region 5/District 8.
• Train and supervise staff and ensure safety, regulatory compliance and project schedules.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Staff supervision

Travel availability

Education

Engineering degree (ABET-accredited) or IL PE license

Job description

The Geotechnical Investigation Engineer (Civil Engineer III) supervises geotechnical investigations and analyzes data to support the design, construction, and maintenance of highways in Illinois's Region 5/District 8. The role manages the district's drilling program, trains and supervises staff, and ensures compliance with safety regulations and project schedules. This position is based in Collinsville, Illinois within the Department of Transportation's Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or current Illinois Professional Engineer/Structural Engineer license
• 37 months of experience in civil engineering
• Knowledge of geotechnical products, subsurface investigation methods, and soil testing procedures
• Ability to supervise staff engaged in field or office engineering functions
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel district-wide with occasional overnight stays