Bridge Structures Lead Engineer

Mannik Smith Group

Aurora (IL)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 180,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Fehr Graham, a growing Midwest engineering and environmental consulting firm, seeks a Lead Structural Engineer to join the transportation and structural engineering practice in Aurora, IL. Lead design, inspection, and rehabilitation of bridge projects, mentor staff, and support strategic growth.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and innovation, with a focus on expanding services across markets and ensuring high-quality project delivery.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
7+ years in bridge and structural design.
PE or SE licensure, with ability to obtain in IL/IA/WI.
Experience designing steel and reinforced concrete structures.
Strong knowledge of bridge inspection methods and standards.

Responsibilities

Lead bridge inspection, analysis, rehabilitation, and design projects.
Prepare structural calculations, plans, specifications, and construction documents.
Provide technical leadership and QA for structural projects.
Grow, mentor, and develop the structural engineering team.
Collaborate with transportation, civil, and environmental teams.
Support business development and client relationships.
Ensure compliance with DOT standards and design codes.
Serve as technical resource for bridges and related structures.

Skills

Team leadership

Bridge design

Mentoring

Project management

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Eng

PE/SE licensure

Tools

AutoCAD

ETABS/SAP2000

Excel

Job description

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and innovation, with a focus on expanding services across markets and ensuring high-quality project delivery.

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