Assistant Structural Engineer — Mission-Critical Facilities

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) plan

Insurance & disability

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL, seeks an Assistant Structural Engineer to support project teams from concept through design completion across power, process, healthcare, and industrial facilities. The role involves updating drawings, performing field measurements, and assisting with client presentations and contract administration.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in structural engineering (ABET preferred), internship experience, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) preferred and GPA 3.0+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in structural design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for diverse projects including power, process, healthcare, airports, educational institutions and government facilities.
• Assist in designing structural components per project requirements and budgets.
• Apply basic knowledge of structural engineering concepts, codes, and procedures.
• Assist with data collection, field measurements, and updating drawings in CAD tools.
• Support client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and project administration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related field

ABET accreditation preferred

EIT preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

RISA

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL, seeks an Assistant Structural Engineer to support project teams from concept through design completion across power, process, healthcare, and industrial facilities. The role involves updating drawings, performing field measurements, and assisting with client presentations and contract administration.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in structural engineering (ABET preferred), internship experience, and strong communication.