SENIOR STRUCTURAL DESIGNER (Chicago)

Baldridge & Associates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 103,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Structural Engineer to perform design tasks, conduct load calculations, and assist in project documentation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and relevant experience with various structural design software. This role offers a collaborative environment and the opportunity to work on diverse projects.

Benefits

Work from home two days per week

Qualifications

• 3 years of related structural design experience required.
• Experience with ETABS and Ram Concept is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform design tasks such as load calculation and shop drawing review.
• Assist in preparation of drawings and maintain project files.

Skills

ETABS

Ram Concept

Adapt 2D

Risa 3D

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Adapt Felt

Enercalc

Ram Structural System

SAFE

Bluebeam Revu

SPColumn

SPWall

Mathcad

Hilti Profis

Simpson Anchor Designer

Mecawind

CSICol

Job description

• Performs routine design tasks such as member design, load calculation, and some shop drawing review (10%).
• Encouraged to solve engineering problems using experience, judgment and education but is expected to ask for assistance when needed (5%).
• Input of data into pre-written computer programs. Review and understanding of output (5%).
• Research code issues and ask general questions of code officials (5%).
• Expected to become proficient in the use of a computer for design and CAD/Revit applications (10%).
• Assist in preparation of drawings for own designs and produce sketches to incorporate in drawings by drafters (5%).
• Organize and maintain project files. Maintain neat and organized work area which allows efficient access to information required by other team members (5%).
• Makes calculations, using engineering formulas and skills for design such as gravity design, lateral analysis, and connection design (5%).
• Layout structural system based on schematic layout by Senior Level Engineer (10%).
• Understands and can assemble a set of structural drawings (10%).
• Research design options and document findings for Senior Level Engineer (5%).
• Provide information to Senior Level Engineer for incorporation into specifications (5%).
• Assure that drawings and designs are in accordance with company production and design standards (5%).
• Keep Senior Level Engineer informed of workload and any changes in project scope or additional services (5%).
• Work from home two days per week.

Requirements:

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a related field, or foreign equivalent and 3 years of related structural design experience. This position also requires:

• 3 years of experience with ETABS and Ram Concept
• 2 years of experience with Adapt 2D
• 1 year of experience with Risa 3D, Adapt Felt, Enercalc, Ram Structural System, SAFE, Bluebeam Revu, SPColumn, SPWall, Mathcad, Hilti Profis, Simpson Anchor Designer, Mecawind, Revit, and CSICol

Job Application

You must answer all questions.

• What is your desired start date? * Enter a date in MM-DD-YYYY format
• Are you currently authorized to work permanently in the United States? (I.e. Are you one of the following: a United States citizen; a Lawful Permanent Resident (“green card” holder); a Conditional Permanent Resident; a Temporary Permanent Resident; a Refugee; or an Asylee?) *
  • Yes
  • No
• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B, H-4, L-1, L-2, TN, etc.)? *
  • Yes
  • No
• Would you accept this position for a based annual salary of $102,669? *
  • Yes
  • No
• This position requires you to work in the Chicago office. If you currently reside outside Chicagoland, will you relocate at your own expense, and in time for the commencement of the role, if offered this position? *
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have the required Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a related field? *
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have 3 years of related structural design experience? *
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have 3 years of experience with ETABS and Ram Concept? *
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have 2 years of experience with Adapt 2D? *
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have 1 year of experience with: Risa 3D, Adapt Felt, Enercalc, Ram Structural System, SAFE, Bluebeam Revu, SPColumn, SPWall, Mathcad, Hilti Profis, Simpson Anchor Designer, Mecawind, Revit, and CSICol? *
  • Yes
  • No