Structural Engineering Specialist
About The Position
HBK Engineering is seeking an experienced Structural Engineering Specialist to work in our Chicago or Oak Brook office. This is a position that combines advanced technical expertise with team leadership responsibilities. This role involves applying broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices while independently evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques and procedures to address unique and complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges. The position includes acting as a team lead in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work, with direct client interface responsibilities and quality control oversight.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program
- Minimum 4 to 10 years of relevant structural engineering experience
- US driver's license and US work authorization
- Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams
- Strong technology skills and understanding of the Office365 suite of tools
- In-depth knowledge of 2D CADD software (AutoCAD or similar) including generating layout drawings and project materials
- Experience reviewing drawings or engineering materials developed by others
- Training experience with entry- and mid-level staff
- Understanding of remote communication software
- Ability to quickly come up to speed on in-process projects and hit the ground running
- Experience collaborating with teams to complete larger projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills suited for both internal and external conversations
- Persistence to see projects through to completion
- Adaptability to change in a dynamic team environment.
Nice To Haves
- PE licensed preferred
Responsibilities
- Design engineering systems in compliance with specifications, codes, and client requirements for overhead and subsurface utility projects
- Apply broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices to ensure design compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and client requirements
- Independently evaluate, select, and adapt standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to address unique and complex challenges
- Act as team lead in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work
- Train entry-level staff in their professional development
- Perform quality control reviews of engineering designs under the oversight of professional engineering staff
- Interface with clients to discuss engineering topics within their area of expertise and provide support to the engineering team
- Prepare detailed engineering and construction documents using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms
- Analyze information from topographical surveys, utility atlas information, field sketches, client records, and manufacturer equipment datasheets
- Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements
- Work with project management and engineering leadership to manage project risk
- Communicate complex engineering matters to internal project management, engineering leadership, and field resources
- Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones
- Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners
- Travel as needed, typically less than 30%
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life and AD&D
- Optional Ancillary benefits including but not limited to: Legal, Pet, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Voluntary Life
- Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k)/Roth retirement plans with company match
- Paid Sick, Holiday and Vacation time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
