Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Downers Grove, IL Type: Contract Compensation: $70/hr (DOE) Contractor Work Model: Onsite Hours: 40 hours/week

System One is seeking a high-caliber Experienced Structural Engineer to join our Project team in Downers Grove, IL. This is a great opportunity to get involved in challenging and interesting design projects for various industrial and power clients.

Senior Structural Engineer's Responsibilities

• Lead and provide technical guidance throughout the structural design and engineering process, often serving as the senior reviewer of calculations and structural models.
• Coordinate, review and approve building design plans, ensure work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Provide specific to discipline technical expertise to the degree of preparing and providing training for junior engineering personnel.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, and 2D/3D illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, or analyses.
• Prepare comprehensive structural technical reports and presentations that explain research, concepts, and recommendations.
• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret data obtained during site investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities.
• Interact with architects, consultants, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
• Responsible for the design and safety of temporary structures used during construction.
• Consider construction costs, government regulations, potential environmental hazards, and other factors in planning stages and risk analysis.
• Perform material take offs for steel and concrete on industrial projects.
• Write technical specifications and scopes of work for steel, concrete, and geotechnical materials.
• Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications.
• Travel to job sites and participate in walkdowns and provide construction or commissioning support.
• Coordinate with other disciplines, departments, and companies to ensure seamless technical compatibility and completion of engineering tasks safely, on-time, within budget and meeting all quality requirements.

Senior Structural Engineer's Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural or related field required.
• 12+ years of Structural Engineering experience in the Power and Industrial industry.
• Professional registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.). (Preferred)
• Professional registration as a Structural Engineer (S.E.) (preferred)
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, STAADPro, RISA, Enercalc or similar analysis software
• Familiarity with 3D design and viewing software such as Navisworks
• Experience with large industrial projects, and understanding of project environments, requirements, and risks
• Knowledge and understanding of engineering, construction, and project management
• Proven negotiation skills.
• Strong language skills (written and oral)
• Strong Microsoft Office software skills
• Must have authorization to work in the United States for any employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.