Entry Level Geo-Structural Engineer

Brierley Associates Corporation; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship program

Job summary

Brierley Associates is seeking a highly motivated Geo-Structural Engineer to join our [LOCATION] office. You will work on challenging projects involving deep excavations, foundations, SOE systems, tunnels, and other complex geo-structural systems across North America.

While based in [LOCATION], you will gain exposure to complex projects nationwide, collaborating with teams across multiple offices. We value mentorship and training to help you become an exceptional geo-structural engineer, with

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program; MS preferred.
• Structural engineering focus with basic geotechnical coursework.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with strong communication.
• Willingness to travel for short-term field assignments.
• FE exam completion preferred; plan to obtain PE/SE within 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with design of foundations, SOE, tunnels, and underground structures.
• Analyze and design steel, reinforced concrete, timber per codes and standards.
• Prepare design calculations, sketches, reports, and specifications.
• Supervise CAD/BIM drawings and models.
• Collaborate with engineers across offices and communicate with clients.
• Visit construction sites to observe ongoing work and gather data.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

RISA

SAP2000

STAAD

Plaxis

Flac

MIDAS

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Brierley Associates is seeking a highly motivated Geo-Structural Engineer to join our [LOCATION] office. You will work on challenging projects involving deep excavations, foundations, support-of-excavation (SOE) systems, tunnels, and other complex geo-structural systems across North America. While based in [LOCATION], you will gain exposure to complex projects nationwide, collaborating with teams across multiple offices. This position offers excellent opportunities for career growth within a collaborative and innovative team environment at a company that values and rewards entrepreneurship and initiative. We are committed to mentoring and training you to become an exceptional geo-structural engineer.

What is Geo-Structural Engineering?

Geo-structural engineering combines geotechnical and structural principles to design and analyze temporary and permanent systems that support and interact with the surrounding ground. It involves creating safe and efficient solutions for foundations, SOE systems, tunnels and many other systems—critical components of infrastructure in our modern world. This specialty requires creativity and understanding of geotechnical and structural engineering principals to solve complex challenges in underground construction, with a particular emphasis on practical approaches to generate designs that are safe, economical, and constructible.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with the design of foundations, SOE, falsework, tunnels, underground structures and other types of permanent and temporary geo-structural systems and components, generally consisting of the following tasks:
  • Evaluate and select geotechnical and loading parameters
  • Develop concepts and prepare sketches based on provided information and constraints

• Analyze and design steel, reinforced concrete, wood, and other structures according to relevant building codes and industry standards while using engineering software and various calculation tools and methods
• Prepare design calculations, sketches, reports, and specifications
• Supervise creation of CAD/BIM drawings and models

• Collaborate with other Brierley engineers and professionals on projects, pursuits, and company initiatives
• Assist in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects
• Assist in development of design budgets and schedules and effectively manage time and effort to maintain budgets and schedules
• Make construction site visits to gather information or observe ongoing work
• Represent the Company in professional, technical, and business organizations

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program (MS preferred)

• Degree shall have a structural engineering focus with basic coursework in geotechnical engineering, OR geotechnical focus with basic coursework in structural engineering
• Applicable courses include steel design, reinforced concrete design, prestressed concrete design, timber design, finite element analysis, soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and foundations

• Highly motivated and possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and work under strict deadlines
• Experience with the following software is preferred:

• Finite element analysis software such as RISA, SAP2000, STAAD, Plaxis, Flac, MIDAS, or others
• Computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, or others

• Willingness to travel for short-term field assignments
• Valid driver’s license
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam is preferred
• Ability and commitment to obtainPE or SE license within 4 years

Why Join Brierley?

At Brierley Associates, you’ll be part of a collaborative team solving complex underground engineering challenges. We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values innovation and initiative.

You will gain exposure to diverse and complex projects across the U.S., while receiving hands‑on mentorship from senior engineers to help you grow into an expert in geo‑structural engineering.