SENIOR GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

10h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for very complex foundations and soils analyses involved in the design of major structures; the review of analyses for projects prepared by consultants; the preparation of construction specifications and procedures; and the investigation, analysis, and resolution of complex soils and foundation related construction problems.

Requirements

Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
Four years of experience in civil engineering.
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Requires occasional statewide travel which may include overnight stays.
Requires 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.

Nice To Haves

Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers.
Knowledge of foundation and geotechnical engineering.
Working knowledge of engineering software.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Prepares and/or reviews in-house prepared foundation and retaining wall plans as well as repair plans for failing foundations, walls, and slopes.
Prepares and reviews in-house Structure Geotechnical Reports (SGR).
Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates the SGR prepared by consultants.
Prepares and reviews very complex geotechnical designs for major structures.
Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates very complex geotechnical designs prepared by consultants.
Performs field investigations and analyses of very complex foundation problems for design or construction.
Monitors, reviews, or prepares feasibility studies of complex retaining wall systems.
Reviews and recommends approval of cofferdams and other soil retaining structures.
Prepares construction specifications and special provisions for geotechnical designs.
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.

Benefits

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