ENG Structural Engineer 1

Atlas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering is seeking an ENG Structural Engineer 1 for their Chicago team. The role involves assisting in the design of structures, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a PE license and strong communication skills. Atlas offers a comprehensive benefits package and values integrity and quality in all projects.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5 years minimum experience required.
• Basic awareness of digital literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design and detailing of structural applications.
• Conducts site investigations and integrates engineering principles.
• Prepares drawings and visualizations for structural projects.

Skills

Problem Solving

Decision-Making

Communication

Education

PE Required, SE Preferred

Tools

Computer Aided Design

Job description

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Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking an ENG Structural Engineer 1 to join our Chicago, IL team! Come join us!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assists in the design and detailing of structural applications such as bridges, buildings, retaining walls, and other support-type structures. Works within a design group to develop design calculations and derive quantities for structural projects assigned to the team. Follows quality control and assurance protocols. Assists in field inspections and operations. Integrates knowledge of engineering principles and associated design codes and specifications to develop safe, economical, and sustainable designs.

• Builds structural engineering designs by reviewing associated project documents, conducting site investigations, identifying and establishing performance standards, and applying the most appropriate structural engineering concepts, techniques, and criteria.
• Assists in the verification of structural engineering designs by conducting independent analysis and following quality standards of practice.
• Estimates simple timelines, cost estimates, and resource requirements for development of structural engineering projects.
• Performs calculations and prepares drawings and visualizations that help identify and resolve integration issues relating to foundations and structures, loading, structural response, and connection designs.
• Develops a proficiency in computer aided design and drafting. Understanding the art of detailing.
• Verifies and supports construction operations by reviewing fabrication shop drawings, temporary works, associated construction-related calculations, and resolving potential conflicts.
• Complies with industry standard codes and specifications including but not limited to AASHTO, ACI, AISC, IBC.
• Helps to draft structural engineering reports by collecting, assessing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Exemplifies the culture of intelligence, integrity, and initiative in day-to-day interactions.
• Hybrid of indoor and outdoor working environments, depending on assignment.
• Requires ability to perform repetitive motions, operate standard office equipment, potentially stand for long periods of time and engage in frequent bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting items in excess of 20lbs.
• 5 years minimum experience required
• Basic awareness of problem solving and decision-making skills
• Basic awareness of digital literacy skills
• Communicates clearly and concisely in both written and verbal communication

Technical requirements:

• PE required, SE preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and coworkers, ability to write reports for client's deliverables.

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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