Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Engineer

Rock Island, IL 100% Employee-Owned | Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture IMEG is hiring a Senior Engineer in Rock Island, Illinois to support infrastructure services including transportation, water/wastewater, and construction engineering, with a focus on structural design and detailing for bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and similar structures. In this role, you will lead design efforts on moderate to complex projects and independently contribute to high-complexity assignments with minimal oversight. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver effective engineering solutions, while helping manage project budgets, mentoring junior staff, and supporting training initiatives. Working across site development, transportation, and municipal markets, this role helps deliver resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure.

At a Glance

Location: Rock Island, IL

Discipline: Civil

Markets: Site Development; Transportation; Municipal

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 25%

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Apply civil and structural engineering principles to the design and analysis of large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Support structural design for bridges and other infrastructure, including calculations, detailing, and documentation.
• Develop design criteria, technical reports, construction plans, and specifications, and perform quality assurance reviews.
• Perform in-process design reviews to ensure adherence to quality standards, industry codes, and client expectations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in both office and virtual environments to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Conduct field inspections to verify construction compliance with design documents and project specification.
• Monitor project progress, review schedules, and ensure timely delivery of engineering milestones.
• Engage with clients to gather project requirements, present technical information, and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to junior staff, and assist in resolving field-related engineering issues.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and contribute to internal R&D initiatives.
• Ensure all engineering work complies with applicable safety regulations, codes, and local/state design criteria.
• Participate in project interviews and presentations to support business development and client engagement efforts.

What You'll Bring

• Education/Experience: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• Master’s Degree (MS) in Structural Engineering preferred
• 14 years of experience minimum required, 16 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• Experience with hydraulic design for bridges and roadway design preferred
• MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Required

Skills/Abilities

• Advance knowledge of AASHTO LRFD bridge design code and NBIS Bridge Inspection Experience
• Advanced proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Advanced proficiency in technical and analytical skills for civil infrastructure
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 25% with occasional overnight stays

About the Team

• Full-service site civil team across the Quad Cities and St. Louis corridor
• Depth in drainage, grading, land surveying, and construction staking for public-works and federal clients
• Experience across healthcare, education, industrial, and non-profit markets

Why IMEG

• We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
• Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
• Generous paid time off, plus 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations
• State of Illinois Salary Range: $101,000–$145,000 per year
• The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting.
• For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.
• Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.
• Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options.
• In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. All applicants have the right to request access, correction, and deletion of their personal information from our system. In order to make a request, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

As a people-centered engineering firm we know IMEG’s brand is centered around the technical skills of our people. We are 100% employee-owned and we value the collective abilities, expertise, and continuity of our team members. We understand the importance of an engaged culture and the power of teamwork. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement, and the ability to develop a niche specialty. We also believe in committing to the same sustainability ideals we encourage for our clients – a practice of reduce, reuse, and recycle. We are IMEG.