CITY OF ELMHURST - Employment Opportunity
Civil Engineer I-II
Position Summary
Performs professional engineering duties including conducting engineering feasibility studies, performing design work and developing and administering professional services or construction project contracts; reviews plan and inspects projects; collects and presents data and prepares reports; provides information and advice to the public.
Essential Functions
CE I and CE II
• Reviews and permits private utility plans for conformance to current standards and DuPage County Countywide Stormwater and Floodplain Ordinance.
• Reviews and evaluates parcel maps, records of survey, subdivision and construction plans, and other documents submitted by the public; provides engineering design and code information and ensures that designs meet accepted industry and legal standards.
• Conducts field surveys and investigations related to engineering projects or requests.
• Conducts feasibility and cost studies; recommends alternative approaches, including the use of contract services and the incorporation of new methods and materials.
• Prepares project designs, cost estimates, specifications and project schedules for capital construction projects.
• Prepares a variety of written communications, including analytical reports, correspondence; directs the preparation of graphic materials.
• Performs project resident engineering oversight on various construction projects; coordinates daily activities, ensures compliance with plans and specifications, administers contracts, documents work performed, and measures quantities.
• Uses computers and software programs for various technical modeling, calculation, computer-aided drafting, and similar engineering projects and studies.
• Ensures that codes and standards are met in assigned projects.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares a variety of periodic and special reports.
• Monitors developments in equipment, materials and techniques in the engineering design and construction field.
• Confers with members of other departments regarding departmental or City-wide requirements and solutions; facilitates the resolution of problems and the development of coordinated policies.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the Engineering Division’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
In addition for CE II
• Designs, prepares, and evaluates preliminary and final plans and specifications for a variety of public works, building, facility, roadway, traffic, water and wastewater, and maintenance projects.
• Administers contracts with and confers with consultants, engineers, architects and/or construction contractors; schedules projects; provides technical oversight, inspects work in progress and ensures that all work complies with contract specifications and applicable codes and standards.
• Conducts research studies and prepares reports and recommendations regarding land use, building and facility design, transportation, housing, redevelopment, and a variety of engineering-related community service needs.
• Develops engineering solutions to complex problems related to such areas as bridges, storm or sanitary sewers, roadways, water systems, flood control systems, and office or plant facility design and retrofitting.
• Confers with and may direct the work of City staff as required on specific projects.
• Participates in writing requests for proposal and contract specifications for design and construction services; participates in the selection of contractors and administers professional service contracts.
• Reviews and authorizes requests for payment and change orders; tracks and documents project and/or program costs.
Qualifications
CE I
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer Intern (EI) in the State of Illinois within one (1) year of date of employment.
• Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment, operate surveying equipment in the field, and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
• Work is performed in an office and field setting. Agility to navigate construction sites safely. Work is subject to performance under adverse environmental conditions, exposure to intense noise, fumes and traffic.
CE II
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; AND four years of professional engineering design and project management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois.
• Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment, operate surveying equipment in the field, and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
• Work is performed in an office and field setting. Agility to navigate construction sites safely. Work is subject to performance under adverse environmental conditions, exposure to intense noise, fumes and traffic.
Required Knowledge and Skills
• Engineering objectives, principles, procedures, standards, practices and information sources.
• Public works, facility and/or building design and construction principles, methods and materials.
• Applicable laws, codes and regulations.
• Project design and management principles and techniques.
• Statistical analysis and mathematical concepts related to the engineering process.
• Terminology, symbols, methods, techniques and instruments used in engineering graphics and drafting.
• Principles and practices of materials and soils analysis and grading.
• Computer applications related to duties performed.
• Engineering mathematics.
• Business letter writing and the standard format for typed materials.
• Record keeping principles and practices.
• Safety principles and practices related to the work.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Techniques for working collaboratively with the public, in person and over the telephone.
• Researching, analyzing, and summarizing engineering data both manually and with computer applications.
• Interpreting maps, plans and specifications, graphs and statistical data.
• Making complex engineering calculations quickly and accurately.
• Preparing clear, concise and complete technical documents, reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Exercising sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
• Understanding and applying federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards pertaining to engineering and construction.
• Performing technical, detailed engineering design, computer modeling and related project development.
• Representing the City effectively in meetings with developers, contractors, representatives of business, community and professional groups and the public.
• Interpreting, applying and explaining complex federal, state and local laws related to the areas of responsibility.
• Using tact, discretion and prudence in dealing with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Enthusiastically adapt to technological changes, software and systems as needed to be effective in this position.
Salary and Benefits
Salary: $72,460-$101,444 (CE I) and $88,642-$122,816 (CE II) DOQ. Benefits include medical, dental, vision & life insurance (City contributes annually half the cost of the deductible to employee HAS), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, & participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).
Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a completed application and resume online. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of background check, drug screen, and physical. Applications will be accepted until Friday, April 4, 2025.
The City of Elmhurst is an equal opportunity employer.
