Senior Engineering Technician & Project Lead

City of Bloomington, IL; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

IMRF pension and retirement benefits

Job summary

City of Bloomington, IL is seeking an Engineering Technician III to provide expert-level technical engineering support and lead complex projects from planning through rehabilitation. The role involves coordinating schedules, resources, and stakeholders, reviewing technical decisions for compliance, and mentoring Engineering Technicians.

The position reports to the Assistant City Engineer and requires clear communication with staff, contractors, and the public.

Qualifications

• Eight years of progressively responsible experience in engineering and construction activities (Assoc. degree path).
• High school diploma or GED with equivalent education and training is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical engineering support for planning, design, construction, and rehabilitation projects.
• Review, analyze, and make technical decisions ensuring compliance with standards and specifications.
• Conduct field inspections and evaluate progress, quality, and conformance to documents.
• Mentor and train Engineering Technicians; serve as a technical resource.

Skills

Leadership

Technical judgment

Communication

Project coordination

Mentoring

Education

Assoc. degree in construction tech / civil eng tech

HS diploma with equivalent experience

Tools

CAD

Engineering software

Job description

City of Bloomington, IL is seeking an Engineering Technician III to provide expert-level technical engineering support and lead complex projects from planning through rehabilitation. The role involves coordinating schedules, resources, and stakeholders, reviewing technical decisions for compliance, and mentoring Engineering Technicians.

The position reports to the Assistant City Engineer and requires clear communication with staff, contractors, and the public.