HIGHWAY ENGINEER (DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTION AND HIGHWAYS (SEIU 73)

Job Summary

Under the direction of Highway Engineer III, IV, V, or Senior Project Engineer, performs a variety of engineering tasks in one or more areas of planning, design, or construction of transportation projects.

Assumes primary responsibility over assigned projects and tasks.Coordinates with project team, government agencies, utility companies, residents, businesses, industry professionals, and external vendors to achieve project goals.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Construction or Electrical Engineering SUPPLEMENTED WITH one (1) year of full-time work experience in civil, construction or electrical engineering.

Work experience with transportation projects is preferred.) is required.

Acceptance of the applicant for the Illinois Engineer Intern Examination with documented evidence from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation at time of application SUPPLEMENTED WITH one (1) year of full-time work experience in civil, construction or electrical engineering.

Work experience with transportation projects is preferred.) is required.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.

listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee).

Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written formats.

Knowledge of engineering principles, practices and techniques applicable to area of assignment. Ability to perform mathematical calculations in engineering tasks.

Knowledge of basic computer aided design and drafting procedures. Ability to read and interpret contract plans and specifications.

Ability to handle multiple routine assignments. Ability to assume responsibility for completeness and accuracy of assigned projects.

Ability to exercise judgment and initiative in applying engineering principles to projects. Ability to work both independently or in a team environment.

This position may require traveling to work assignments throughout Cook County for which the employee must provide his / her own adequate means of transportation.

Physical Requirements

Light Work

Light Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job / occupation is rated Light Work when it requires : (1) walking or standing to a significant degree;

2) sitting most of the time while pushing or pulling arm or leg controls; or (3) working at a production rate pace while constantly pushing or pulling materials even though the weight of the materials is negligible.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
30+ days ago