Location: Springfield, IL
Company: State Of Illinois
position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois. website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Agency Mission Statement The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Shop Plans & Traffic Structures 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 are available in many program areas.
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance Pension Plan (10) 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 apply to become part of our team.
We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors. Job Responsibilities This position is accountable for developing, evaluating, and ensuring compliance with departmental policies governing the preparation and review of shop plans for prestressed concrete, steel, aluminum structural components and other ancillary items for bridge construction. The incumbent is responsible for the preparation of designs and special, standard details, evaluation of field inspections, and in-depth investigations for traffic structures.
Number of projects reviewed: 40 annually Number of projects prepared: 20 annually Value of program contracts: $130 million annually This position reports to the Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication Unit Chief. Reporting directly to this position are the Senior Shop Plans, Traffic Structures Engineer, Associate Traffic Structures Engineer, Senior Shop Drawings Technician, Shop Drawings Technician, Associate Shop Plans Technician, and Assistant Shop Plans Technician. This position operates in an environment requiring technical expertise to evaluate traffic structure designs and standards, shop plans, fabrication procedures, and fatigue or other deficiencies in existing structures.
Typical problems include providing technical expertise for special designs of traffic structures and ensuring the accuracy of various structural manuals and specifications. The greatest challenge is developing, evaluating, and ensuring compliance with department policies for structural components of bridges and traffic structures. (Job Responsibilities continued) This position is responsible for developing, analyzing, evaluating, and ensuring code compliance in situations involving special designs for traffic structures.
The incumbent will oversee quality assurance for shop plans, review and resolve design fabrication incompatibilities, evaluate fabrication procedures, supervise, and provide input in the development and preparation of steel and aluminum traffic structure standards. S/he will backss damage, corrosion, fatigue, and other deficiencies in existing traffic structures. The incumbent will develop repair or replacement strategies, distribute, and enforce the Bureau of Bridges and Structures’ policies for shop plans and fabrication for department projects. S/he will be responsible for ensuring compliance with current codes and practices in the development phase.
The incumbent prepares, reviews, and updates all sections and standard plans in the department’s Sign Structures Manual. The incumbent trains, motivates, monitors, and evaluates staff. In the absence of the Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication Unit Chief, the incumbent will direct the operation of the Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication Unit including overseeing fabrication inspection, evaluating proposed welding, coating, and fabrication methods, and interpreting contract plan requirements. S/he will assist the Bureau of Bridges and Structures’ Bridge Design Section by expediting rush projects and reviewing structural details upon request.
The incumbent accomplishes accountabilities through the following staff: Senior Shop Plans and Traffic Structures Engineer who is accountable for the developing, analyzing, evaluating, and ensuring code compliance in complex situations involving special designs for traffic structures. Associate Traffic Structures Engineer who is accountable for simple to moderately complex preparation and review of standard sign structure designs and details, the evaluation of field inspections, and in-depth investigations for traffic structures.
Senior Shop Drawings Technician who is accountable for reviewing shop drawings of complex bridges and traffic structures for compliance with contract plans. Shop Drawings Technician who is accountable for reviewing shop drawings of moderately complex bridges and traffic structures for compliance with contract plans. Associate Shop Plans Technician who is accountable for reviewing shop drawings of simple to moderately complex bridges and traffic structures for compliance with contract plans. Assistant Shop Plans Technician who is accountable for assisting with the review of shop drawings of simple bridges and traffic structures for compliance with contract plans.
(Job Responsibilities continued) The incumbent has broad latitude for developing, analyzing, and reviewing traffic structures, shop plans, and department standards. The incumbent must refer unusual situations to the Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication Unit Chief for input and resolution. S/he is constrained by departmental policies and procedures, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) guidelines, and applicable codes and specifications detailed by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), American Society for the Testing of Materials (ASTM), American Welding Society (AWS), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC), and other industry groups.
The incumbent maintains internal contact and provides technical data and advice to the Bureaus of Bridges and Structures, Construction, Design and Environment, Materials, Research, and Operations. External contact is maintained with county highway engineers, consultants, city of Chicago personnel, other state departments of transportation, FHWA, producers of both finished structural components and fabrication consumables.
Occasional statewide and out-of-state travel with overnight stay is required. Successful completion of a background check is required. The effectiveness of this position is measured by the incumbent’s ability to develop and improve shop plan and fabrication policies and traffic structure standards. In addition, the effectiveness is demonstrated by the Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication Unit’s productivity, accuracy, morale, expertise displayed in training, motivating, and evaluating subordinates. The incumbent will also be measured on the quality and timeliness of recommendations on complex issues prepared for the staff within the Bureau of Bridges and Structures.
Principal Accountabilities Administers efficient, accurate, and timely reviews and distribution of shop plans for prestressed concrete and steel and aluminum structural elements. Develops, analyzes, and reviews improvements in the design and details for the department’s overhead sign and traffic structures. Trains, motivates, directs, and evaluates subordinates. Analyzes fabricator/contractor requests to deviate from contract plans when plan errors are involved, documents the response, and disseminates information to affected parties.
backsses current materials, details, department specifications, and recommends appropriately documented modifications and improvements. Directs the Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication Unit in the absence of the Shop Plans and Steel Fabrication Unit Chief. Conducts special studies and structural reviews. 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. Qualifications Position Requirements Education/Experience Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois Five years of experience in civil engineering Valid driver’s license.
Occasional statewide and out-of-state travel with overnight stay. Successful completion of a background check. Position Desirables Supervisory experience. Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering with special emphasis on structural engineering. Knowledge of the American Welding Society (AWS) and fabrication process. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications with special emphasis on Access, Word, and Excel.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff. Strong oral and written communication skills. Work Hours: 8:00 A. M. - 4:30 P. M. Monday - Friday Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001 Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Bureau of Bridges and Structures Agency Contact: Job Family: Transportation; Leadership & Management; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics 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.
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homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois. homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois. – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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