Civil Engineer Development

Becoming a Civil Engineer of Development at the Lake County Division of Transportation will allow you to be involved with engineers within local government, ranging from consultants and municipalities to the State of Illinois. The general function of the position is the responsibility for the administrative activities relating to the Lake County Highway Access and Use Ordinance.

This is generally an office position, with regular hours of work Monday through Friday, from 8:00am - 4:30pm. Occasional field work will be required. Alternative work schedules are available including varying start times and remote work opportunities. 

• Review engineering, drainage, and traffic impact studies.
• Coordinating access permits, utility/facility permits, and special movement permits with other internal departments as well as municipalities.
• Prepare educational and training information to present and share with permit consulting engineers, traffic engineers, municipal engineers, and targeted groups. 
• Provide guidance to junior level staff as appropriate.

• Working knowledge of modern principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to the design and construction of various highway projects.
• Skills in regulatory interpretation and contract development/administration.
• Good knowledge of the principles and practices of program management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as shown by the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others.
• Effective problem solving and analytical skills for complex engineering issues.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, supervisors, State and Federal agency representatives, municipality representatives, and members of the public.
• Can work well both individually and as a member of a team.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a major in Civil Engineering, required.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License, supplemented by a satisfactory driving record, required.
• No prior experience is required, but some experience or internships are preferred.
• Possession of a license denoting registration as an Engineer-in-Training under the Illinois Professional Engineering Act, preferred.
• Possession of a certificate as a Licensed Professional Engineer issued by the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires light work involving standing or walking some of the time, exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular basis, and moderate dexterity in operating machinery, tools, or office equipment

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!   Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all preemployment background screenings and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Salary : $73,131 - $93,172