Senior Structural Engineer

ARCO Companies•Downers Grove, IL

54d•Onsite

About The Position

As an integrated design partner of ARCO/Murray, AME Design Group is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join their team in Downers Grove, IL. The Senior Structural Engineer will be responsible for guiding the full structural scope and leading the development of structural system designs in support of design/build projects, including Industrial, Self-storage, Controlled Environments, Entertainment, Multi-Family, and other types of facilities. The role requires an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for engineering, with the opportunity to see visions come to life from idea to project opening.

Requirements

5 - 15 years of design experience of increasing complexity projects
BS in Civil, Architectural, or Structural Engineering
Expertise utilizing structural engineering software such as Etabs, SAFE, SAP, RAM, Enercalc, L-pile, etc. for structural design
BIM experience – Revit required

Nice To Haves

Preferred prior experience working as a consulting structural engineer
Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) licensure is preferred; AME Design Group will support the pursuit of additional licensure
Able to organize, plan and manage multiple activities/projects to accomplish desired results
Tekla Structures is a plus
Industrial and Warehouse building design experience is a plus
Steel connection design experience is a plus
Load-bearing, Cold-Formed metal framing (CFMF) design experience is a plus
Familiarity and experience with creating advanced design spreadsheets is a plus
Experience with parametric design approaches using Grasshopper, Dynamo, and other methods is a plus
Programming language/coding experience such as VBA, C#, Python, and other languages is a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed structural designs for design/build projects across several project-types.
Design and specify structural systems including load calculations, gravity and lateral system analysis, structural details, and connections for various projects.
Work with our multi-disciplined engineering team to deliver projects.
Lead projects with supporting engineering and modeling staff to deliver comprehensive structural design packages.
Assist in the development of industry-leading automated design methods and tools as part of a forward-thinking, innovation-focused team of engineers and R&D staff.
Work with our fabrication modeling team to facilitate successful project execution.
Provide value engineering reviews and alternate design options to maximize cost savings, optimize lead times, and better execute projects.
Interface with clients, contractors, and vendors on technical issues as structural expert.
Participate in budgeting, scheduling, and staff management.
Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.

Benefits

Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Traditional and Roth 401k
Tuition reimbursement for associates
Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
1-week paid volunteer leave each year
100% charitable match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Paid parental leave