Civil Engineer 1

Salary : $65,000.00 - $67,080.00 Annually
Location : St Clair County Highway Department - Admin, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400111
Department: Highway
Opening Date: 06/09/2025

Description

Performs all types of civil engineering functions under the immediate supervision of the Assistant County Engineer.

Examples of Duties

• Independently perform and/or manages various phases of engineering, projects such as surveys, soil structure, design, right-of-way procurement, construction, traffic control, maintenance, equipment utilization and record keeping.
• Perform technical engineering work related to the planning, hydraulic design and structural design of various road and bridge projects.
• Serves as Resident Engineer on construction projects and observes the grading, surfacing and drainage structures for satisfactory workmanship and adherence to plans and specifications. Assist in establishing line and grade for the project and prepares the payment estimate for the contractor's completed work. Draft specifications for projects following established procedures.
• Inspect existing County and Road District roads and structures and make engineering level recommendations as to their needed repair and/or reconstruction.
• Complete IDOT, FHWA, IGD and related forms and spreadsheets. Prepare and monitor Grant Applications to various agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by the Assistant County Engineer.

Typical Qualifications

• Requires a Baccalaureate Degree in Civil Engineering from an Illinois approved engineering curriculum as defined by 225 ILCS 325.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Excel, Word and other software applications utilized by the County Highway Department.
• General knowledge of IDOT Standards and Polices
• Ability to traverse uneven ground
• Effectively communicate with staff, officials and the public.
• Self-motivation and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license.
• Comprehend and apply all of the various complexities of highway engineering to their work.

Supplemental Information
Position is subject to drug and alcohol tests and background check.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid time off for every 40 hours worked for up to a minimum of 40 hours per year.

For more details, see our , list of current holidays, and vacation and sick leave accrual.
01

Are you a United States Citizen?

• Yes
• No

02

A position with St. Clair County has a residency requirement that you reside within St. Clair County (IL). Do you currently reside in St. Clair County, Illinois?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree

Required Question