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A growing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Structural Engineer to join its Chicago team. The firm delivers complex commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and public-sector building projects throughout Chicago and the wider Midwest.

This position offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging structural projects while taking on increasing responsibility for design, project delivery, client coordination, and mentoring junior engineers. The role is well suited to an engineer looking to progress toward project management and technical leadership within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to the design and analysis of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber structures

Prepare structural calculations, reports, specifications, and construction documents

Develop structural models using industry-standard analysis and design software

Coordinate with architects, contractors, owners, and multidisciplinary engineering teams

Support new-build, renovation, rehabilitation, and adaptive‑reuse projects

Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide construction administration support

Assist with mentoring junior engineers and reviewing technical work

Participate in client meetings, proposal preparation, and business development efforts

Support project schedules, budgets, and overall delivery

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

5–8+ years of structural engineering experience

PE license required; SE license preferred or willingness to obtain

Experience designing steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and foundation systems

Background working on commercial, residential, institutional, industrial, or public-sector buildings

Experience with ETABS, SAP2000, RAM Structural System, RISA, SAFE, Revit, or similar software

Knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, and Chicago Building Code requirements

Strong technical writing, communication, and project coordination skills

Base salary of $100,000–$140,000, depending on experience

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development and tuition reimbursement

PE and SE licensure support

Continuing education and leadership development opportunities

Clear progression toward project management and technical leadership

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