LOCAL BRIDGE OPERATIONS GROUP ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

Illinois Department of Transportation; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Vision, and Dental

Pension Plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Hybrid scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Illinois Department of Transportation in Springfield, Illinois, is seeking a Civil Engineer V to lead local bridge and culvert projects within the Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation.

The role focuses on policy development, engineering direction, and coordination with the Bureau of Bridges and Structures to improve bridge safety, performance, and lifecycle cost for local agencies. Applicants must hold IL PE licensure and have robust communication skills.

Qualifications

• Current Professional Engineer license in Illinois
• Five years of civil engineering experience

Responsibilities

• Develops and updates policies for design, construction and maintenance of local agency bridges.
• Reviews bridge designs and hydraulic reports for major structures.
• Provides expertise in repair and rehabilitation plans for local agency improvements.
• Instructs district and LPA personnel on bridge design, construction and repair.
• Performs structural analyses to determine capacity for overweight vehicles and resurfacing.
• Reviews consultant load ratings for required department concurrence.
• Ensures compliance with safety rules and equitable treatment of employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professional engineer license (IL)

Civil engineering experience

Tools

MicroStation

BrR software

Job description

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Date: Oct 23, 2026

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62764

Job Requisition ID: 57655

Job Requisition ID: 57655 IPR#26-01496

Opening Date: 11/13/2026

Closing Date: 12/01/2026

Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Civil Engineer V

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $6,837 Monthly; Full Range: $6,837-$10,831 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Protech Teamsters

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday-Friday

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62764

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation/Bureau of Bridges and Structures

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

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

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger- something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule- flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

This position is accountable for developing policy and providing structural and hydraulic engineering direction in local public agency (LPA) bridge and culvert related matters, including rehabilititations, repairs, and emergency repairs; special plan review; and construction related issues. This position also works with the Bureau of Bridges and Structures’ (BBS) Bridge Management and Inspection Unit to resolve issues regarding the local bridge inventory and Specifications for Illinois Bridge Inventory Manual. Additional responsibilities include the evaluation and acceptance of permit loads, resurfacings, and consultant's bridge ratings for LPA structures in the state.

Essential Functions

• Develops and updates policies for design construction and maintenance of local agency bridges.
• Works with the BBS’ Bridge Management and Inspection Unit to ensure the Specification for Illinois Bridge Inventory Manual is updated to reflect current practices and procedures.
• Reviews preliminary bridge designs and hydraulic reports for major structures to ensure they are in accordance with sound engineering judgment and policy.
• Provides expertise in the review of repair and rehabilitation plans for local agency improvements.
• Provides expertise and instruction to district and LPA agency personnel concerning bridge design, construction, and repair.
• Performs analysis to determine structural capacity of bridges to support overweight vehicles in service or construction.
• Performs analysis to determine structural capacity of structures for resurfacing projects.
• Reviews consultant load ratings for statutorily required concurrence of the department.
• 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

• Knowledge of the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), Illinois Bridge Manual, Specification for Illinois Bridge Inventory Manual, and Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Structural Services Manual.
• Experience with MicroStation and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)Ware Bridge Rating (BrR) software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Supervisory experience.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver's license.
• Occasional statewide travel with overnight stays.
• Successful completion of a background screening.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About The Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Local Bridge Operations Group 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 are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.

The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
• New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
• Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

We invite qualified applicants to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.