Structural Engineer III

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.•Chicago, IL

39d•$111,000 - $142,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Bowman has an opportunity for a Structural Engineer III to join our team in Chicago, IL. There is a preference for this individual to be fully on-site 5 days a week, however we will consider a hybrid basis for the ideal candidate. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. Purpose Execute complex technical structural engineering techniques, procedures and criteria for transportation and infrastructure projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering required.
Completed coursework in structural engineering required.
Five or more (5+) years of professional engineering experience with an emphasis on structural engineering or related field.
EIT Registration required, or alternatively, six or more (6+) years of successful structural engineering experience required.
Professional Engineer (PE) Registration or ability to receive within six (6) months required.
Experience with the preparation of construction plans and/or studies for structural projects required.
Experience directing tasks and performing QA/QC required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Valid state driver's license and ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle check or reliable form of transportation to/from the office and/or project site strongly preferred.
Previous experience in all aspects of structural engineering design and inspection.
Experience should include design of steel girders, prestressed concrete beams, various substructure types and configurations and earth retaining systems.
Proficient knowledge of BlueBeam.
Proficient knowledge of Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or AutoCAD and Civil3d or other CAD software.
Proficient knowledge of structural analysis and design software including OpenBridge Designer concrete and steel modules, STAAD, L-Pile and AASHTOWare.
Working knowledge of the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, AREMA, the IDOT Bridge and Culvert Manuals and the Illinois Tollway Structure Design Manual.
Familiarity with construction practices.
The ability to work with minimum supervision and efficiently on technical design elements including engineering plans, calculations, reports, specifications and engineering estimates.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in structural or civil engineering preferred.
Structural Engineer (SE) Registration or ability to sit for 16-hour NCEES Structural exam within six (6) months preferred.
Approved Team Leader by IDOT for overseeing and conducting NBIS Bridge Inspections preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and broad parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments. Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
May serve as a lead/resource among team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, mentorship and delegation of assignments. May occasionally provide feedback to managers.
Work closely with more senior members to learn about and assist with structural engineering and planning work.
Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
Coordinate with other disciplines and internal services/groups/offices as necessary.
Work side by side with the project team to develop detailed structural designs.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex engineering problems and develop successful solutions.
Execute technical assignments and lead the efforts on all phases of a variety of structural projects under direct supervision of a Structural Lead and interact with clients as needed.
Prepare engineering plans and reports in accordance with project requirements, design criteria and specifications.
Prepare sketches and exhibits for inclusion in various types of structural reports and memos.
Draft transmittals, memos, meeting minutes, letters, proposals, and other documentation/communications.
Prepare reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, cost estimates, permits and/or designs for projects.
Coordinate and conduct field visits and ensure appropriate data collection and field observations occur.
Direct tasks on projects and monitor project progress for technical accuracy and adherence to schedule and budget.
Oversee the work of designers and EITs
Prepare internal and external technical presentations.
Conduct technical quality control of multiple assigned projects.
Lead in the preparation of proposals for multiple clients.
Lead client and outside agency communication and attend project/public meetings.
Develop and maintain accurate and organized project files.
Develop procedures, materials, and/or tools to facilitate work by others.
Follow established firm goals, SOPs and QA/QC procedures and assist in the QA/QC review of technical work of other staff.
Assist and mentor junior staff.
Prepare and serve in a lead role for work on various analyses and design aspects of preliminary and final design engineering projects which may include feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, bridge inspections, bridge and wall types studies, bridge and structure condition reports and preparation of Type, Size and Location Plans (TS&Ls).