Precast Design Engineer - Structural Solutions Leader

Work at County; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

County Prestress in Westmont, IL is seeking a Design Engineer (Precast Concrete) to support projects from initial design through fabrication and erection.

You will perform structural calculations, prepare shop drawings, and ensure code-compliant design while coordinating with sales, project management, and production teams. The role emphasizes mentoring junior engineers and advancing engineering tools and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering required.
• EIT certification required.
• Illinois SE licensure or ability to obtain is preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of precast design or building structural design experience.
• Experience with precast or prestressed concrete systems helpful.
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial design or sales handoff through construction.
• Design structural frames, precast components, and connections for standardized and moderately complex buildings.
• Prepare, review, and seal structural calculations and shop drawings.
• Ensure compliance with ACI, PCI, IBC, and applicable state/local codes.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Project Coordinators to deliver erection and production drawings.
• Act as a technical liaison for contractors, architects, owners, and erectors.
• Review erection drawings and production piece drawings for accuracy and constructability.
• Support sales and estimating by providing engineering input and cost-effective design solutions.
• Visit jobsites and precast production facilities to understand fabrication and erection processes.
• Resolve field, production, and design issues with practical, timely solutions.
• Identify and implement cost-saving and quality improvement opportunities.
• Review back charges and change orders to prevent recurring issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and review work from designers and outside consultants.
• Develop or improve engineering tools, software, and calculation methods.
• Stay current with precast/prestressed concrete technology and industry standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem solving

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Illinois Structural Engineer (SE) licensure or ability to obtain

Tools

Structural analysis software

PCI standards familiarity

Job description

County Prestress in Westmont, IL is seeking a Design Engineer (Precast Concrete) to support projects from initial design through fabrication and erection.

You will perform structural calculations, prepare shop drawings, and ensure code-compliant design while coordinating with sales, project management, and production teams. The role emphasizes mentoring junior engineers and advancing engineering tools and processes.