Traffic Signal Engineer (Civil Engineer III)

About the role

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring a Traffic Signal Engineer (Civil Engineer III) in Peoria, Illinois. The position provides expertise and assistance with the safe and efficient design and operation of the district's interconnected traffic signal systems, highway lighting systems and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). It is a full-time, salaried union position with an anticipated starting salary of $5,761 per month.

Key responsibilities

• Provide in-house expertise for the design and operation of traffic signal, ITS and highway lighting systems.
• Develop and update timing plans for in-house projects and contribute to design specifications for district traffic and railroad systems.
• Review Signal Coordination and Timing (SCAT) consultant work and direct Signal Design consultants.
• Design traffic signal, ITS and highway lighting plans in line with Bureau of Design & Environment policies and procedures.
• Serve as liaison with railroads, the Federal Railroad Administration, the Illinois Commerce Commission and local governments.
• Implement departmental safety rules and perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited college, or a current Illinois Engineer Intern Certificate, or a current Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer license in Illinois (a 2.0 GPA is required for degree-only applicants).
• Thirty-seven months of civil engineering experience.
• Valid driver's license, willingness to travel district-wide and successful completion of a background screening.
• Applicants must apply electronically through the State of Illinois online application portal; applications by email or paper are not accepted.

Preferred qualifications

• Working knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to supervise and inspect contractor work on major projects.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

What we offer

• Monday to Friday schedule with flexible and hybrid options.
• Health, life, vision and dental insurance, pension plan, paid maternity/paternity leave and deferred compensation programs.
• Paid sick days, vacation days and personal days, plus tuition reimbursement and an employee assistance program.