GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

Job Requisition ID: 51408 IPR# 25-00671 
Closing Date: 12/01/2025
​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 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

 

This position is a union 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.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

 

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 responsible for planning and directing the geotechnical activities of the district as they relate to the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of roadways and structures on both state and local systems.

Essential Functions

• Plan, organize, and supervise the activities of the district Geotechnical Unit.
• Provide timely, practical, and economical solutions to geotechnical problems encountered during the design, construction, and maintenance of roadways and structures.
• Prepare, review, and approve Geotechnical Reports for structure and roadway improvements.
• Review plans, and develop specifications, special provisions, and details regarding geotechnical construction.
• Develop the scope of work and supervise professional contracts awarded to consulting firms forgeotechnical work.
• Provide geotechnical expertise to local highway agencies and other government agencies.
• Ensure that geotechnical construction is performed according to applicable plans, special provisions, and standard specifications.
• Assign, train, motivate, and evaluate staff. Ensure staff compliance with applicable safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
• 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.
• Five years of experience in civil engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of geotechnical products, subsurface investigation methods, and soil testing procedures.
• Previous coursework in geotechnical engineering.
• Previous work experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong oral and/or written communication skills.
• Strong judgement and analytical aptitude.
• Strong management skills.

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