Civil Structural Engineer

gpac; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leaf

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Annual compensation reviews

Professional development and CE

Flexible work schedule options

Life and disability insurance

Team-oriented culture with advancement

Job summary

GPAC is seeking a Structural Design Engineer to join a collaborative team working on commercial, industrial, municipal, and institutional projects. You’ll participate in all phases from concept through construction support, delivering practical, efficient designs that meet client objectives.

The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree with a structural emphasis, 4+ years of experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, RAM/STAAD. PE license preferred or the ability to obtain licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• PE license preferred or ability to obtain licensure.
• 4+ years of structural engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Design structural systems for commercial, industrial, municipal, and institutional projects.
• Prepare structural calculations, engineering reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Develop designs utilizing steel, reinforced concrete, wood, and masonry construction.
• Perform structural analysis using industry-standard software.
• Coordinate with architects, civil engineers, contractors, and project managers throughout the design process.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide construction-phase support.
• Conduct occasional field visits to verify conditions and observe progress.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes, standards, and client requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Structural emphasis)

PE license preferred or ability to obtain

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

RAM Structural System

RISA

STAAD.Pro

ETABS

Job description

Structural Engineer

Are you looking for an opportunity to work on challenging structural projects while advancing your career? Join a collaborative engineering team where you'll contribute to the design of commercial, industrial, institutional, and public infrastructure projects. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to mentorship, innovation, and delivering high-quality structural solutions.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Structural Design Engineer to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to participate in every phase of structural engineering projects, from preliminary design through construction support. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and producing practical, efficient designs that meet client objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design structural systems for commercial, industrial, municipal, and institutional projects.
• Prepare structural calculations, engineering reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Develop designs utilizing steel, reinforced concrete, wood, and masonry construction.
• Perform structural analysis using industry-standard engineering software.
• Coordinate with architects, civil engineers, contractors, and project managers throughout the design process.
• Review shop drawings, respond to contractor requests for information (RFIs), and provide construction-phase support.
• Conduct occasional field visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, industry standards, and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain licensure.
• 4+ years of structural engineering experience preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and structural analysis software such as RAM Structural System, RISA, STAAD.Pro, ETABS, or similar programs.
• Strong understanding of IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, NDS, and other applicable design standards.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

What We Offer

We believe successful engineers are developed through mentorship, collaboration, and meaningful project experience. You'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects while continuing to build your technical expertise and leadership skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Annual compensation reviews
• Professional development and continuing education assistance
• Flexible work schedule options
• Life and disability insurance
• Team-oriented culture with opportunities for career advancement

Why Join Our Team?

Our engineers work on projects that strengthen communities and create lasting value. We encourage innovation, support professional growth, and foster an environment where collaboration and technical excellence drive success. If you're looking for a place to continue building your structural engineering career while working on impactful projects, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.