U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District

Chicago Harbor Lock reopens April 15 after winter maintenance! ⚓ Built in 1936–1938, this historic lock helped reverse the Chicago River to protect the city’s drinking water. Stay tuned as we highlight updates & changes in the weeks ahead! 📸:MWRD #USACE

🚧 Lockport Lock Closure Notice 🚧 USACE will close the Lockport Lock chamber March 31–May 19, 2026 for critical repairs to key gate components. This work ensures long-term reliability of the Illinois Waterway. Thanks for your patience as we invest in vital infrastructure. ⚓

#USACEChicago is hiring for an Administrative Support Assistant at our Salamonie Lake office! Job closes Monday, January 22, 2024 Public Announcement: usajobs.gov/job/768568400 Merit Promotion Announcement: usajobs.gov/job/769807200

"I don't know where I'm going from here, but I know it won't be boring." -David Bowie We don't know what 2024 holds but we know it won't be boring as we continue to solve the nation’s toughest engineering challenges. We look forward to solving them with you in the New Year. 🥂

We’re happy to introduce Marcus Brown as #USACEChicago's new Workforce Manager. Ready to join us? Check here for information: lrc.usace.army.mil/Careers/How-to…

We’re happy to introduce Derrick Hallman as a new employee on the #USACEChicago team! Derrick is a Project Engineer at the Calumet Office. 😮 Something surprising to know: He was a Level 2 USA hockey coach and coached his son’s hockey team for 3 years. Welcome, Derrick!

It's Employee Spotlight Day! Today, we are featuring Kristine Meyer’s journey with #USACEChicago. She is the Chief of the Lake Michigan Project Office and has been with the district since 2016. Check out more of her story on our socials: campsite.bio/usacechicago

We’re happy to introduce Kevin Boyle, a new lock operator with #USACEChicago. Kevin has been with USACE for 2 years but transferred to the Chicago District in Oct 2023. Were happy to have him here! Want to join us? Check here for information: lrc.usace.army.mil/Careers/How-to…

📣 Please join us in congratulating Miriaha Sigmon, #USACEChicago's Employee of the Month! Miriaha went above and beyond in her actions to get the remaining FY23 contracts awarded during the critical fiscal year closeout. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!

We’re happy to introduce Andrew Miller as a new employee on the #USACEChicago team! He is a Landscape Architect/Planner in the Environmental and Cultural Resources Section of the Planning Branch. Welcome to the team, Andrew! Check here for how to apply: lrc.usace.army.mil/Careers/How-to…

We are thankful for our local and federal partners, our employees, and the support of the communities we serve. We wish you all a happy and safe Thanksgiving. 🦃 🥧🌽 #USACEChicago #thanksgiving2023

Today, we are proud to feature Joseph Grgic for our Employee Spotlight! Joe is a Cost Estimator with #USACEChicago. We are happy to have him on our team! Learn more about what we do: lnkd.in/gGSwCJqD

In just a few weeks, LRD is hosting Industry Day 2023! 🏗️ 👷‍♀️ 👷‍♂️ 🗓️ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division is hosting INDUSTRY DAY virtually on November 30th from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST.

#USACEChicago’s David Handwerk, Kaitlyn McClain and Dr. Akilah Martin presented at The Delta Institute’s South Shore Coastal Resiliency Community meeting last week to engage with the community as they initiate their own study to help reduce shoreline flooding in the area.

Today, #USACEChicago's Special Emphasis Program celebrated the Veterans within our ranks. The Veteran's Spotlight allowed members to share their military experience with stories and by answering questions. Messages were also written and will be delivered to the local VA hospital

It's Employee Spotlight Day! Today, we are featuring David Kavanaugh, a Maintenance Mechanic with #USACEChicago. Ready to join us? Click below for how to apply. lrc.usace.army.mil/Careers/How-to…

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In just a few weeks, LRD is hosting 2023 Industry Day! The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Great Lakes and Ohio River Division is hosting INDUSTRY DAY virtually on November 30th from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST.

It’s employee spotlight day! Meet Tiffany Benedict, an Administrative Assistant with #USACEChicago. Check out her story on our Instagram or Facebook accounts by clicking the link below. Campsite.bio/usacechicago

Don't forget to "fall back" this weekend! Clocks go back one hour, Sunday, Nov. 5 at 2 a.m., as daylight saving time ends.⏰ Have a great weekend!