Mechanical Engineer
Job Location:
Madison, OH - USA
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:56656
Opening Date: 07/02/2026
Closing Date: 07/17/2026
Agency: Capital Development Board
Class Title:TECHNICAL SPECIALIST - 97412
Skill Option:Mechanical
Bilingual Option:
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $7195 monthly; Full Range $7195 - $10485 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Madison; Jackson
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062 Technical Employees AFSCME/non-code
Merit Comp Code:
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 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.
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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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.
Capital Development Board is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to be part of our Professional Services Team. This position provides professional and technical mechanical engineering expertise for all phases of CapitalDevelopment Board (CDB) projects. Under general direction the incumbent reviews plans and specificationsprepared by consultants designs in-house projects evaluates firm qualifications and conducts technical incumbent ensures all project designs comply with statutes rules policies procedures codes guidelines andbudget requirements. We encourage all interested and qualified candidates to apply!
- Reviews construction documents for general code compliance technical sufficiency and to ensure conformancewith applicable statutes rules codes and design requirements.
- Conducts field surveys and prepares budget survey documents.
- Collaborates with Architects/Engineers (A/Es) contractors consultants and clients to resolve project issues andserves as a resource to the CDB management team and Legal unit.
- Prepares complete mechanical working drawings including details and explanatory notes for new buildings andrenovations.
- Assists with evaluation prescreening and selecting A/Es.
- Monitors mechanical engineering trends and makes recommendations to the Administrator of the ProfessionalServices regarding construction maintenance and budgets.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumeratedabove.
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college in an engineering or constructionrelated field and five (5) years of professional experience in mechanical engineering OR requires nine (9) years ofprogressively responsible professional experience in mechanical engineering.
- Requires extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering building construction andrenovation practices building materials trade capabilities and construction.
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering.
- Illinois certification as a licensed professional engineer.
- Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
- Ability to understand and interpret relevant codes and research new technologies.
- Ability to assist in phases of comprehensive building and renovation projects to include feasibility studies and preliminarydrawings.
- Working knowledge of MS Office products AutoCAD Bluebeam and Adobe Pro.
- Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate validdrivers license and vehicle insurance.
- Requires the ability to stand walk walk on uneven surfaces balance stoop kneel climb stairs and ladders and maneuverin tight spaces all in varying weather conditions. Correctable vision for close work on design drawings project-relateddocuments and onsite surveys.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result theemployee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediatelyafter 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. - This position has been found to meet the requirements in Section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiringthe occupant to file a Statement of Economic Interests. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requirescertain State officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State
that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of EconomicInterest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission.(See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. - The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job
description.
Work Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30-5:00 (flex and hybrid schedules available)
Headquarter Location: 99 Supporting Services Dr Edwardsville Illinois 62026
Work County: Madison
Potential to be located:
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
Dunn-Richmond Economic Development Center
1740 Innovation Drive Suite 258Carbondale IL 62903-6102
*(Position currently based in Madison County with potential to be located in Jackson Counry if desired)
Email:
Posting Group: Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
Benefits of State Employment
As a State of Illinois employee you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
Health life vision and dental insurance 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal sick and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: State Employee Benefits
About the Agency
The Capital Development Board (CDB) oversees the construction of new state facilities such as correctional centers state parks mental health facilities and college and university addition CDB is responsible for renovation and rehabilitation projects at over 8770 state-owned buildings spread over more than 100 million square feet of floor space.
Revolving Door:
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.
Statement of Economic Interest:
This position is subject to Statement of Economic Interests filing as required by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
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Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the 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 click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
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