Location: Springfield, IL
Company: State Of Illinois
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. website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Agency Mission Statement The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Repair Plans Group Leader. 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 are available in many program areas.
Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance Pension Plan (10) 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. Job Responsibilities This position is accountable for implementing and controlling the activities of the Bridges Investigations and Repair Plans Group. This position ensures the timely completion of plans to repair deteriorated and damaged structures, including investigations, and leading to renovation of structures through retrofitting. Annual projects: 200 - 250 Contract value of repair: $5 - 10 million This position reports to the Bridge Investigations Repair Plans and Inventory Unit Chief.
Reporting to this position are the Senior Repair Plans Engineer, Repair Plans Engineer, and Associate Repair Plans Engineer. This position operates in a unique environment of being readily adaptable to the “repair climate”. This position ensures the repair to damaged or deteriorated structures are designed economically and are structurally sound while providing the traveling public with the least amount of inconvenience. Typical problems in this position include evaluation of redundant and non-redundant structures with cracked welds and weldment details susceptible to cracking. Another problem is determining of the severity of defects to establish priorities and procedures for retrofit.
Other problems include assigning to members of the group, the investigation, preparation of structural repair plans, and reports for approximately twenty structures damaged by vehicles or river traffic each year. Another problem is structural examination of the in-depth inspection reports of major river structures prepared by the Inspection Unit, and preparation of reports and direction of detailed structural repair plans for deficiencies found during the annual state-line joint maintenance inspections of border bridges.
The greatest challenge is to manage and control the activities of the group is such a manner that several diversified ongoing projects are prioritized to satisfy the department’s needs for timely cost-effective completion of the plans. To meet this challenge, the incumbent keeps abreast of the advancements in the various facets of bridge work through continued pursuance of information on bridge design. (Job Responsibilities continued) The incumbent directs and controls the activities of a group of engineers in the structural design and production of plans and documents for the repair, retrofit, or rehabilitation of all types of structures from the simple spans to the complex continuous structures.
The incumbent directs structural inspections and investigations and prepares associated reports. The incumbent is personally responsible for implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and approving the design and drafting of innovative cost-effective repair plans by members in the Repair Plans Group or by outside consulting firms or district office personnel. The incumbent investigates or directs the investigation of structural field problems of various types of structures.
The resolution of structural problems by the incumbent requires bridge design experience, technical knowledge in fatigue and fracture mechanics, working knowledge of steel fabrication, construction practices, good visualization capabilities, effective management, and communication skills. The incumbent works with the central Bureau of Design and Environment (BDE) to ensure the timely completion of plans to meet state letting schedules. The incumbent keeps and maintains the Bridge Investigations and Repair Plans Unit specifications, keeps and maintains a history of past repairs and unique details for use in future work, manages and directs the Repair Plans Group by the scheduling of work, maintains Repair Plans Group records, and writes performance evaluations.
The incumbent, when instructed, represents the Bureau of Bridges and Structures (BBS), with other state personnel and their counterparts from border states, who perform the annual joint maintenance inspection of twenty-five major structures crossing the Wabash, Ohio, and Mississippi Rivers. The incumbent trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinates for their progress and effectiveness in utilizing the BBS policies in their assigned tasks.
The incumbent prioritizes, coordinates, and manages the routine operations of the Repair Plans Group with the sudden and unpredictable emergency repairs characteristic of the Bridge Investigations and Repair Plans Unit. (Job Responsibilities continued) The incumbent accomplishes accountabilities through the following staff: Senior Repair Plans Engineer , who prepares structural computations and repair sketches of complicated repair and retrofit work for most of the various types of structures including field investigations by other agencies in determining their immediate or future needs for projects and associated funding.
Repair Plans Engineer , who, under general supervision, prepares structural computations and repair sketches for difficult projects, performs field investigations, and develops related reports. Associate Repair Plans Engineer , who, under immediate supervision, prepares structural computations and repair sketches for moderately complex repair projects, performs field investigations, and develops related reports. The incumbent has the authority to be in direct communication with the central Bureaus of Construction and Operations and district offices to provide structural expertise for their use in making decisions and for coordinating projects.
Only matters of a highly sensitive or critical nature are referred to the Bridge Investigations Repair Plans and Inventory Unit Chief for resolution. The incumbent is constrained by departmental policies and state and federal statutes. The incumbent has internal contact with the central BDE staff to maintain the workflow of the group and meet letting schedules. The incumbent works directly with outside consulting firms to provide structural expertise for their use in making decisions and for coordinating projects.
The incumbent will ensure compliance with current departmental policies and procedures. Frequent statewide and out-of-state travel with overnight stay is required. Successful completion of a background check is required. The effectiveness of this position is measured by the incumbent’s ability to manage the group’s multi-faceted repair and emergency repair projects from inception to completion utilizing economical and expeditious details that will either maintain or extend the useful life of a structure. Principal Accountabilities Ensures rapid completion of emergency repair plans through effective management of the Repair Plans Group.
Maintains a cooperative and responsive working relationship with the district office bridge maintenance engineers as well as personnel from the Bureau of Operations. Directs the preparation of structural repair plans. Directs the review and approval of emergency and non-emergency repair plans prepared by consultants and district office personnel. Provides structural expertise on defects noted during the annual joint maintenance inspections of major structures over boundary rivers. Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinates for their progress and effectiveness in utilizing the BBS policies in their assigned tasks.
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. Qualifications Position Requirements Education/Experience Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois Five years of experience in civil engineering Valid driver's license Frequent statewide and out-of-state travel with overnight stay. Successful completion of a background check.
Position Desirables Licensed structural engineer in Illinois. Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and manage routine operations. Working knowledge of steel fabrication, construction practices, good visualization capabilities, and effective management skills. Work Hours: 8:00 A. M. - 4:30 P. M. Monday - Friday Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001 Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Bureau of Bridges and Structures Agency Contact: Job Family: Transportation; Leadership & Management; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics 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. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois. homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois. homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.
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Phoenix 2D & 3D CT X-ray Testing machine hardware and software products at Waygate and customer locations. Travel expected in excess of 70%. As Field Engineer, you will be responsible for: Maintain, repair, and install industrial x-ray systems and supporting peripheral equipment, such as: X-ray tubes, generators, coolers, scanners, stepper motors/controllers, power supplies, high voltage control circuits, motion control and high-end PC's.
Provide customers with technical support via phone and onsite service Timely completion of standard service reports, invoicing packages, and other administrative requirements. Responsible for driving customer satisfaction from commitment through quality
service standards. Monitor site safety during work scope execution. Hold US Citizenship (THIS IS DUE TO CLIENT ENTRY RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN SITES). Ability to travel overnight approximately 70% of the time.
Required Qualifications Possess a two year technical degree (AEET, AMET) and at least 4 years of previous experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electromechanical, and/or electronic equipment OR Possess a four-year technical degree in Electronics (BSEET, BSEE) or Mechanics (BSMET, BSME). The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Candidate must be willing to submit to a background investigation, including for example:
verification of past employment, criminal history, driving record and educational background.
Possess a valid driver's license and passport (or able to obtain a passport). Desired Characteristics Successful applicants will be well versed in diagnosing electronic hardware problems, mechanical problems with CNC table, software troubleshooting in a windows-based environment. Solid verbal and written communication skills, ability to read and write English, Intermediate math skills. Strong Computer skills with familiarity Windows and MS Office products Able to read/understand schematics and use oscilloscopes/digital multi-meters. Fundamental electronics and/or mechanical trouble shooting skills.
" Hands-on experience" Working knowledge of PLC's Self-starter with minimal supervision requirement; able to work independently; ability to prioritize, organize work, and meet deadlines. Knowledge of Radiography systems Work in a way that works for you We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: 70% or more travel. You will be paid for travel time as well as overtime if more than 8 hours are worked a day.
Travel costs will also be paid. Must live in drivable distance to an airport Working with us Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other. Working for you Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today.
We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect: Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities Comprehensive private medical care options Safety net of life insurance and disability programs Tailored financial programs Additional elected or voluntary benefits Education assistance Generous Parental Leave Mental Health resources Dependent Care Additional elected or voluntary benefits About Us: We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide.
Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward - making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet. Join Us: Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let's come together and take energy forward. Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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