Project Engineer (Structural Bridge)

Horner & Shifrin; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned company

Flexible schedules

Casual dress

Domestic partner benefits

Paid parental leave

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Horner & Shifrin is seeking a full-time Bridge Project Engineer in our Structural Business Unit in Illinois. This role requires 5+ years of experience and a PE license. Preference for Illinois structural licensure and IDOT/Tollway bridge project exposure.

The candidate will perform calculations, participate in drafting construction drawings, and contribute to reports and cost estimates while collaborating with a project team. The position offers a competitive salary and employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• Illinois Structural Engineer license preferred.
• Experience with IDOT or Illinois Tollway bridge projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MicroStation.
• Knowledge of Structural Bridge Design Software.
• Bridge inspection experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow Bridge Practice production and design standards and procedures as delegated by the Project Manager.
• Perform and check structural engineering calculations of bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation infrastructure structures using company, client, and industry standards.
• Participate in the preparation and checking of structural construction drawings created by teammates to meet firm and client requirements.
• Develop and check cost estimates.
• Participate in the preparation of reports and studies.

Skills

Licensed Professional Engineer

Illinois PE license (preferred)

IDOT/Illinois Tollway experience

MicroStation

Bridge design software

Verbal & written communication

Site traversal

Valid driver’s license

Background check

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master of Science in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Structural Design Software

Job description

Horner & Shifrin is seeking a full-time Bridge Project Engineer in our Structural Business Unit. This position requires 5+ years of experience.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Follow Bridge Practice production and design standards and procedures as delegated by the Project Manager.
• Perform and check structural engineering calculations of bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation infrastructure structures using company, client, and industry standards.
• Participate in the preparation and checking of structural construction drawings created by teammates to meet firm and client requirements.
• Develop and check cost estimates.
• Participate in the preparation of reports and studies.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois (preferred)
• Experience with design and detailing of IDOT or Illinois Tollway bridge projects (firm requirement)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in MicroStation
• Knowledge of Structural Bridge Design Software
• Previous bridge inspection experience (preferred)
• Ability to traverse structural sites, including heights and rough terrain
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must complete a background check

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master of Science in Civil Engineering (preferred)

SALARY RANGE:

Horner & Shifrin, Inc. offers a comprehensive total rewards package and is committed to fair, competitive, market-based compensation. The target salary range for this position is $95,000 - $140,000. Compensation for the successful candidate will consider the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, and geographic location.

Why come work for us? Horner & Shifrin is a 100% employee-owned company that employs the best people and provides them with challenging projects and a work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and personal satisfaction. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch has recognized us as a Top Workplace from 2017-2026. We offer a wide variety of benefits, such as flexible schedules, casual dress, company-sponsored activities, domestic partner benefits, paid parental leave, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. To learn more about us, please check out our website at www.hornershifrin.com

Horner & Shifrin is a Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources at 314-531-4321 for assistance.

Horner & Shifrin does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from Horner & Shifrin's Human Resource team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. Horner & Shifrin will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers.