Junior Structural Engineer – Flexible Schedule & Growth

WHKS & Co; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WHKS & Co in Springfield, IL is seeking an entry-level structural engineer to join our civil team and contribute to design of structural and related projects. You will collaborate with engineers to develop solutions for bridges, buildings, and foundations.

The role emphasizes technical accuracy and teamwork, with hands-on design calculations using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and OpenBridge Designer, plus site data collection and inspection support.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• FE exam eligibility within 6 months.
• 0–5 years of structural design experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with design software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for transportation structure projects (bridges, interchanges, culverts).
• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for building projects (expansion, rehabilitation, parking ramps).
• Prepare design calculations, reports, and plans for geotechnical projects (foundations, slope stabilization).
• Develop 2D/3D models using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and OpenBridge Designer.
• Assist data collection at sites, write technical reports, perform quantity calculations and design calculations.
• Assist with public information meetings and bridge inspections.
• Perform construction observation including concrete testing and material reporting.

Skills

Experience: 0‑5 years

Driver's license

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Independent workload management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

FE exam eligibility within 6 months

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

OpenBridge Designer

MathCad

RCPier

STAAD

MDX

Job description

WHKS & Co in Springfield, IL is seeking an entry-level structural engineer to join our civil team and contribute to design of structural and related projects. You will collaborate with engineers to develop solutions for bridges, buildings, and foundations.

The role emphasizes technical accuracy and teamwork, with hands-on design calculations using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and OpenBridge Designer, plus site data collection and inspection support.