Senior Design Engineer Bridge

Luxus; West Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 115.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working hours

Paid time off

Professional license reimbursement

401k and Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Half-day Fridays

Zusammenfassung

A prominent Architecture, Engineering and Construction firm in West Chicago is seeking a Senior Design Engineer with bridge experience. You will be responsible for designing transportation structures and ensuring compliance with design codes. The ideal candidate should have a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering and 7+ years of experience. The role offers a competitive salary between $85,000 and $115,000, along with an extensive benefits package, emphasizing a healthy work-life balance and career growth opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering is preferred.
• 7+ years of successful project experience.
• Strong technical leader in project management.

Aufgaben

• Design transportation structures including bridges.
• Prepare structural analysis and design calculations.
• Assist with project construction administration.

Kenntnisse

Bridge design expertise

Structural analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

Master’s in Structural Engineering

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microstation

Finite element software

Jobbeschreibung

Epstein is an established and well-respected 100+ year old Architecture, Engineering and Construction firm. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Raleigh and Warsaw, Poland. Our beautiful corporate office is located in Chicago’s West Loop, convenient for transportation. We offer all employees a competitive wage and benefits package. Epstein is proud to be 100% employee owned. Epstein focuses on our community through our emphasis on community service, green initiatives and sustainable design delivering “best in class” creative project solutions.

Overview

Epstein is seeking a Senior Design Engineer with bridge experience to join our Civil engineering team. The Senior Design Engineer performs a variety of engineering tasks and works with others on the design team (often a multi-disciplined team) to design innovative and technically sound solutions in accordance with project requirements and applicable codes. The ideal candidate will have work experience in the Civil Engineering field related to transportation structures. Project types may include new structures as well as inspection, evaluation and rehabilitation of existing structures. The projects will involve a wide variety of structure types, foundations and materials, preferably on CDOT, IDOT and/or ISTHA projects. The candidate must have experience in Phase I and Phase II projects.

General Responsibilities

• Design of transportation structures including highway bridges, retaining walls, and box culverts
• Preparing structural analysis and design calculations according to the applicable design codes; using computer programs as appropriate
• Preparing technical reports, contract plans, and specifications, construction cost estimates and performance of on-site structural inspections, analysis and condition assessment of existing structures.
• Assisting with project construction administration including reviews of shop drawings and requests for information (RFI's)
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Mentoring junior engineering staff in technical and project development

Requirements

• Master’s in Structural Engineering - preferred or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Structural Engineering
• Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) preferred, or actively pursuing licensure with anticipated completion within 2 years
• 7+ years of successful project experience within a consulting engineering firm
• Expertise in bridge design principles and bridge inspection experience
• Strong technical leader with financial project management experience including scheduling, contract control, budget and cost control
• Experience with Microstation and structural analysis design and finite element software
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Considerable experience in dealing with clients, contractors and vendors
• Successful experience supporting multiple projects
• Knowledge of Illinois Department of Transportation design standards, procedures and specifications is preferred

Epstein offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and accident insurance, flexible benefit plans, transportation benefits, employee assistance plan and parental leave. We help secure our employees’ future retirement through our 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Plan. To support a healthy work-life balance, we provide half-day Fridays, flexible working hours, a hybrid work schedule, paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, we encourage career growth by offering professional license reimbursement, industry association reimbursement, an internal training program, leadership development program and educational assistance.

Individual compensation is determined by several factors, including relevant education, experience and training, qualifications, skill sets, licensure/certifications and location. Employees are also eligible for discretionary annual bonuses based on both company and individual performance. The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $115,000 annually.

This is a great opportunity for an individual who wants to join a strong, successful and highly respected team. The candidate must have a strong work ethic, a relentless drive to fulfill commitments, tremendous enthusiasm and a sincere commitment to client satisfaction.

Epstein is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, genetics, gender identity, transgender status, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors. Epstein hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of a person’s qualifications. Epstein is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation

$85,000-$115,000 per year