Senior Structural Engineer

Lombard, ILStructural Engineering – Engineering /Full Time /HybridResponsibilitiesAdvanced knowledge within the Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural discipline with the capabilities and the initiative to design structures independentlyRigging and lifting designDesign shallow and deep foundationsDesign underground concrete vaults and tunnelsDesign slab reinforcement for a variety of loading conditionsDesign individual pipe supports and pipe rack type structuresDesign steel structures such as access platforms including ladder and stair details, trusses, two-legged bents and four-legged support towersDevelop a variety of structural connections including unique connections caused by field interferencesCapable of interpreting and designing from a variety of different domestic and foreign structural building design codesStrong understanding of multiple types of structural analysis software packagesHave an understanding of civil design systemsConfidence and creative initiative to solve difficult problems and develop discipline specific arrangementsManage his or her own time, as well as those they are supervising, to stay within the project allotted budgetPerform as a Design Lead for small discipline projects which may include managing up to several engineers and designers per projectInterfacing with clients in business development roles during scope and proposal development phases of a new project or as requiredCapable of developing structural design manhour estimates and work completion schedulesReview vendor concrete reinforcement and structural steel shop fabrication drawingsDevelop and review project specificationsDevelop structural construction scope of work documentsMentor less senior engineersPossess professional registration Verify field conditions, constructability of designs, and assist in resolving problems during field constructionMay be required to participate in short or long term field assignmentsQualificationsBachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil or Structural Engineering or Architecture10+ years of experience working as a Civil or Structural Engineer, or Architect in the Process Industrial or Power industries.Professional PE registration strongly desiredRigging and lifting design experience a plusAdvanced knowledge of Civil/Structural Engineering or Architectural designStrong Microsoft Office software skillsKnowledgeable of AutoCAD softwareKnowledgeable with Risa-3D and STAADPro analysis softwarePossess report writing skills to create structural evaluation reports of existing facilitiesIntermediate understanding of other discipline workflow and how all departments work together to complete projectsStrong oral and written communication skillsMust possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skillsMust be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future$100,000 - $160,000 a yearSalaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.Valdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Architecture & Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement.EEO/AAEWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.