Structural Project Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Thornton Tomasetti’s Restoration & Renewal practice investigates building-envelope problems in existing buildings and develops evidence-based solutions. The practice performs exterior observations using boom lifts and suspended scaffolds; prepares drawings and specifications for roof and façade repairs; and provides technical support during bidding and construction, including site visits to review work quality and conformance with contract documents and to perform special inspections. It assists property managers, building owners, and design professionals with engineering and architectural issues. Projects primarily involve historic buildings and structures, as well as contemporary buildings.

The Structural Project Engineer takes a leading technical and coordination role in renewal projects. The role leads structural assessments, repair designs, and renovation solutions; organizes and reviews deliverables; coordinates with project partners and clients; and supports junior engineers through delegation and feedback. The engineer also assists with project management and participates in client-facing work while developing toward future project leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• At least 4 years of structural engineering experience.
• Proficiency with analysis and documentation tools such as SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, RISA-3D, PCA software, Revit, or AutoCAD.
• Strong problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) licensure preferred.
• Experience with renovation, repair, or rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural assessments, repair designs, and renovation solutions for existing buildings.
• Organize project information and review junior staff’s work to support the quality of deliverables.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, consultants, and clients throughout project phases.
• Delegate work and provide feedback to support junior team members and a collaborative team culture.
• Assist with project management activities and participate in client-facing opportunities.
• Support bidding and construction through technical assistance, site visits, and review of work quality and conformance with contract documents.
• Perform exterior building-envelope observations using boom lifts and suspended scaffolds.
• Prepare drawings and specifications for roof and façade repairs and conduct special inspections.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, and other voluntary benefits may be available depending on employment status.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and childcare expenses.
• Paid time off.
• Family leave for new parents.
• Volunteer time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Commuter transit benefits where available.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Wellness, diversity and inclusion, and employee resource programs and initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level