Senior Project Engineer | Chicago

PARADIGM Structural Engineers, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage with employee premiums 100% paid

Two weeks paid vacation per year

401k program with company match

Paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day

Use of company-owned condominium after 90 days

Job summary

A leading structural engineering firm in Chicago seeks a Senior Project Engineer to direct projects in design and construction administration. The role involves leading teams, managing client communication, and overseeing technical decisions. Candidates should have 7+ years in structural engineering, management experience preferred, and proficiency in seismic design. The position offers competitive health coverage, paid vacation, and remote work options after 6 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of engineering experience in structural analysis and design.
• 2+ years of management experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct projects through all phases of design and construction administration.
• Lead project teams in production of drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Manage coordination with other design disciplines.

Skills

Structural analysis

Project management

Seismic design

Lateral systems (braced frames, moment frames, shear walls)

Education

BS in Civil/Structural Engineering

MS in Civil/Structural Engineering

PE (Professional Engineer) license

SE (Structural Engineer) license

Tools

ETABS

RISA

RAM

Enercalc

Revit

MS Office

Job description

The Senior Project Engineer position is a senior technical role responsible for directing projects through all phases of design and construction administration. The SPE leads project teams in the production of drawings, calculations, and specifications; manages coordination with other design disciplines; and serves as the primary point of contact for client communication. The SPE works closely with Senior Associates and Associates on project oversight, technical decision-making, and maintaining the client relationships that drive the firm's growth.

Qualifications

BS in Civil/Structural Engineering.

MS in Civil/Structural Engineering preferred.

PE required, SE preferred.

Individuals should have a minimum of 7 years of engineering experience in structural analysis and design, as well as experience in preparing plans and detail drawings.

2+ years of management experience preferred.

Proficiency in seismic design and lateral systems (braced frames, moment frames, shear walls).

Experience with ETABS, RISA, RAM, Enercalc, Revit and MS Office.

Strong organizational and project management skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Competitive health, dental and vision coverage with employee premiums 100% paid by PARADIGM.

Two weeks (10 days) paid vacation per year, which will be prorated relative to your start date. Candidates with significant industry experience may negotiate ahigher rate of vacation accrual.

Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day (4 additional days of paid time off).

Sick leave will be accrued at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, starting on the first day of employment.

After 6 months of employment, employee is eligible to work from home up to 2 days per week.

After 6 months of employment, employee is eligible to participate in our 401k program with company match.

After 90 days of employment, employee is eligible to use PARADIGM owned condominium at the Everline Resort located in Olympic Valley, California.

Compensation

Salary range for this position is $120k-$160k. The pay rate is based on factors such as geographic location, experience, education and skills.