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GEOTECHNICAL FIELD ENGINEER SUPERVISOR - (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

Illinois Department of Transportation *

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Job Requisition ID: 57316 IPR#26-01444

Opening Date: 07/06/2026

Closing Date: 07/20/2026

Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Civil Engineer IV

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $6,281 Monthly; Full Range: $6,281 - $9,792 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: 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.

Successful applicants for this position will be eligible to apply for participation in the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Higher Education Student Loan Repayment Assistance for Engineers Pilot Program which provides an annual after-tax bonus of $15,000 per year, for not more than 4 years, for up to 50 engineers employed by the Department.

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 accountable for planning, directing, and supervising geotechnical activities for subgrades, embankments, structural foundations, topsoil, and stabilized soil materials. This position also requires performing geotechnical field inspections. Additional duties include monitoring consultant activities, design plan reviews and sampling of materials to be tested in the district Materials Laboratory.

Essential Functions

Minimizes construction delays through proper scheduling of soil testing and inspection. Ensures appropriate solutions to embankment, subgrade, topsoil, and foundation problems to reduce possibility of soils failures. Ensures effectiveness of the in-house testing and inspection program through proper assignments to subordinate staff. Provides subordinate staff the training and instruction necessary to perform their tasks properly and safely. 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 OR current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois. Four years of experience in civil engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge in soil mechanics and foundation engineering, including four years of supervisory responsibility of which three years should be in highway engineering functions. Six years of experience in subgrade and embankment construction. Strong communication skills and leadership ability. Successful completion of Specific Task Training Program (STTP) S-33 Geotechnical Field Testing and Inspection Course. Successful completion of STTP S-15 Earth Excavation and Embankment Course.

Conditions of Employment

Valid driver’s license. Overtime. Districtwide travel and occasional night and weekend work. 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. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About The Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Geotechnical Field Engineer Supervisor.

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 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

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.

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:15 PM Monday - Friday (45-minute lunch)

Work Location: 201 Center Ct, Schaumburg, Illinois, 60196

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 1/District 1/Bureau of Materials

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

Posting Group: Transportation; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

If you meet the qualifications for this position, please follow the link and apply today!

https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Schaumburg-GEOTECHNICAL-FIELD-ENGINEER-SUPERVISOR-%28CIVIL-ENGINEER-IV%29-IL-60196/1406122400/

If you have questions about the Job Responsibilities or Qualifications, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed above If you have questions about the application process, please reach out to DOT.Recruitment@Illinois.gov

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.