Lead Structural Engineer - Bridge

Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Profit-sharing bonus plan

Paid time off

Positive work environment

Job summary

Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental is looking for a Lead Structural Engineer to join the team in Peoria, IL. This role involves leading bridge inspection and design services, managing the structural engineering team, and collaborating with the Transportation team. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and 7 to 11 years of relevant experience. Competitive compensation ranges from $140,000 to $180,000 annually, along with benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 7 to 11 years of experience designing steel and concrete structures.
• Licensed structural engineer in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin or ability to obtain licensure.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide bridge inspection and design services.
• Lead, develop and grow the structural engineering team.
• Work cross-functionally with the Transportation team on projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural engineering software

Job description

Job Summary

Fehr Graham is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to join our Engineering department in Peoria, IL. The role focuses on bridge inspection, design, and team leadership.

Compensation

$140,000 - $180,000 / year

Location

Peoria, IL

Responsibilities

• Provide bridge inspection and design services.
• Actively lead, develop and grow the structural engineering team.
• Be familiar with structural components.
• Work cross functionally with the Transportation team on projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 7 to 11 years of experience designing steel and concrete structures.
• Licensed structural engineer in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin or ability to obtain licensure.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and code requirements.
• Experience developing design and construction plans.Proficiency with structural engineering software.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Profit‑sharing bonus plan
• Paid time off
• Positive work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.