Associate Structural Engineer

Parsons; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons in Chicago seeks an Associate Structural Engineer to work on major regional highway and rail bridge projects. Opportunity to contribute to drawings, calculations, and design compliance within a world-class infrastructure team.

You will gain experience with CAD tools, structural analysis methods, and AREMA/AASHTO code applications while supporting a diverse, collaborative engineering group in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 3+ years of studies with emphasis in Structural Engineering.
• Courses in structural analysis, steel or concrete design, geotechnical engineering.
• Previous internship experience in bridge design, roadway design, or construction inspection.
• Proficient in CAD software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Use CAD to prepare engineering plans, sections and details starting from sketches and other general design information.
• Compile data and perform dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings.
• Become familiar with various standards and codes. Apply codes to check compliance of designs with applicable criteria.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

3+ years of studies with emphasis in Structural Engineering

Courses in structural analysis, steel or concrete design, geotechnical engineering

Previous internship experience in bridge design, roadway design, or construction inspection

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is now hiring for an Associate Structural Engineer to join our Chicago office! In this role, you will gain exposure to the production of drawings and calculations for the design of major regional highway and rail bridge projects within a world-class infrastructure team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Use CAD to prepare engineering plans, sections and details starting from sketches and other general design information.

• Compile data and perform dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings.

• Become familiar with various standards and codes. Apply codes to check compliance of designs with applicable criteria.

What Qualifications You’ll Bring:

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil of Structural Engineering

• Completed 3+ year of studies with an emphasis in Structural Engineering

• Must have completed courses such as structural analysis, steel or concrete design, geotechnical engineering, etc.

• Previous relevant structural internship experience

• Proficient in CAD software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD

• Working knowledge of structural analysis software

• Previous internship experience in bridge design, roadway design, or construction inspection

• Experience with AASHTO LRFD or AREMA codes

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $26.59 - $46.54

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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