Structural Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title – Structural Project Engineer | Chicago, IL | Mid-Level

About the Role

A leading architecture, engineering, and construction firm is seeking a Structural Project Engineer to join its growing structural engineering team. This role is responsible for planning, controlling, and integrating engineering activities, as well as developing project deliverables to ensure project success.

The Structural Project Engineer will perform BIM modeling, calculations, research, and structural analysis, while coordinating with other design disciplines to produce plans, specifications, and reports. This position requires strong technical knowledge, familiarity with model building codes, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a collaborative team environment.

What You'll Do

• Develop and coordinate BIM models for structural systems

• Perform structural calculations, research, and analysis

• Produce plans, specifications, reports, and other technical deliverables

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams to ensure coordination across disciplines

• Review and interpret construction documents and model building codes

• Manage project deliverables to meet schedules, budgets, and quality standards

• Provide input and solutions for technical challenges during the design process

What You Bring

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

• 3–7 years of experience in a consulting engineering environment

• Proficiency in Revit Structure and working knowledge of BIM workflows

• Experience with analysis software such as Robot, RISA-3D, RAM, SAP 2000, and CONCEPT

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Understanding of how structural design integrates with other building systems

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Why Join

• Competitive salary: $100,000–$120,000 annually, plus discretionary annual bonus eligibility

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident insurance

• 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Flexible work schedule with hybrid work options

• Half-day Fridays and paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time

• Professional growth opportunities including license reimbursement, industry association support, internal training, and leadership development programs