Lead Structural Project Engineer - Mission-Critical

talisman; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health premiums

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) with company match

Vacation condo access at a resort

Job summary

talisman, a well-established structural engineering firm, seeks a Project Engineer, Structural in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on leading design across mission-critical projects, coordinating across disciplines, and mentoring junior staff.

Applicants should have a strong foundation in structural engineering and experience handling client communications. The team emphasizes technical depth and career growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in structural analysis and design across multiple projects.
• Ability to lead junior staff and coordinate across disciplines.
• Strong communication with clients and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to structural analysis and design across active projects.
• Direct and mentor junior engineering staff.
• Coordinate across disciplines to keep projects on track.
• Prepare plans and detail drawings.
• Take on growing responsibility for client communication and project delivery.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational skills.

Skills

Structural analysis

Project leadership

Mentoring junior staff

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in structural/civil engineering

P.E. license preferred

Tools

Design software

Documentation of drawings

Job description

talisman, a well-established structural engineering firm, seeks a Project Engineer, Structural in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on leading design across mission-critical projects, coordinating across disciplines, and mentoring junior staff.

Applicants should have a strong foundation in structural engineering and experience handling client communications. The team emphasizes technical depth and career growth within a collaborative environment.