Bridge Engineer Inspection Specialist (Civil Engineer IV)

About the role

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring a Bridge Engineer Inspection Specialist (Civil Engineer IV) in Dixon, IL, to inspect bridges and structures across the district and manage the Bridge Inspection Specialist Team. The position is accountable for meeting the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and state maintenance policies, preparing reports, entering data into the Maintenance Management Information System and keeping bridge and culvert structures safe and operating efficiently. It is a full-time, salaried union position with an anticipated starting salary of $6,281 per month.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, direct and control the district Bridge Inspection Specialist Team in detailed field inspections of bridge structures and sign trusses
• Inspect nonredundant steel tension structures, pin and link assemblies, conduct underwater bridge inspections and scour analysis
• Detect and analyze structural problems and recommend repairs, and investigate damaged bridges and emergency situations such as bridge strikes
• Complete inspection reports and enter data accurately into the Maintenance Management Information System
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of specialized equipment and vehicles used by the inspection crew
• Stay current with NBIS and inspection technology through training and mentor subordinate personnel

Required profile

• Licensed Professional Engineer or Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois
• Four years of civil engineering experience (six years of supervisory experience preferred)
• Valid driver's license and ability to work in inclement weather, confined spaces and extreme heights
• Frequent districtwide travel and occasional overnight out-of-state travel; availability 24 hours a day and possible extensive overtime
• Successful background screening and willingness to file a Statement of Economic Interest

Required skills

• NBIS program manager certification or equivalent within 12 months of starting
• Bridge element level inspection certification or equivalent within 12 months
• Ability to supervise engineers, mechanics, equipment operators and laborers

What we offer

• Flexible work schedules, including hybrid options
• Health, life, vision and dental insurance, pension plan, paid maternity/paternity leave and sick and vacation days
• Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program