Structural Engineer

exp. • Chicago, IL

56d • $95,000 - $120,000

About The Position

At EXP, we're driven to provide innovative solutions for the world's built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world's most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP. Are you ready to design your future? Be our next Structural Engineer. Your work environment at EXP In this role, you will be a part of the Infrastructure - Transportation business practice in the US Central Sector, based in Chicago. The selected candidate will work under the direct supervision of the Department Manager - Bridges & Structures with a focus on highway and railway related structures. Project types will be diverse and include, but not be limited to, new structures, rehabilitation of existing structures, and inspection and evaluation of existing structures including bridges, culverts, retaining walls and railway facilities. The projects will involve a wide variety of structure types, foundations and materials for clients such as IDOT, CDOT, WisDOT, Tollway, Metra and CTA.

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering - Structures track required.
• EIT certification required - on track to earn PE/SE.
• 4+ years progressively responsible relevant experience.
• Knowledge of bridge analysis, design and detailing as it pertains to IDOT, Tollway, CDOT, CTA, Metra, and local agencies and applicable design codes such as AASHTO and AREMA.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bridge Inspection experience, including NHI Course preferred but not required.
• Prior experience with complex bridge projects.
• Knowledge of structural analysis software including MDX, LARSA and RCPier preferred but not required.
• Proficient with MicroStation and AutoCAD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Structural design for all project types, including complex bridges
• Schematic/geometric layout design of new structures
• Perform analysis and design calculations according to the applicable design codes; use computer programs as appropriate
• Conduct load rating analysis for bridges
• Prepare plan drawings and details, construction specifications and design calculations
• Conduct on-site inspection, analysis and condition assessment of existing structures
• Construction phase engineering support including reviews of shop drawings and requests for information
• Assist project managers with scoping and budgeting for structural work and be responsible for quality assurance of deliverables

Benefits

• In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees