Senior Structural Engineer

Chicago Roof Deck & Garden; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Chicago Roof Deck and Garden seeks a Senior Structural Engineer with a strong background in structural design and extensive experience in existing conditions assessments. You will lead assessments, analysis, and rehabilitation of existing structures while contributing to new designs, collaborating with architects and clients.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in structural engineering, a PE license (Illinois SE preferred), and deep knowledge of building codes, with proficiency in ETABS, SAP2000,

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering program (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Structural/SE in Illinois).
• 10+ years of professional structural engineering experience.
• 5+ years with existing conditions assessments, condition surveys, forensic evaluations, or rehab/retrofit projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural condition assessments of existing buildings, parking structures, and other infrastructure, including visual inspections, non-destructive testing, and documentation of as-built conditions.
• Perform detailed structural analysis and load evaluations for existing structures to determine capacity, identify deficiencies, and recommend repairs, reinforcements, or retrofits.
• Develop existing conditions reports, feasibility studies, and rehabilitation designs in compliance with current building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC).
• Conduct forensic investigations of structural distress, failures, or damage caused by age, environment, seismic/wind events, or construction issues.
• Prepare construction documents, calculations, drawings, and specifications for structural repairs, additions, modifications, and adaptive reuse projects.
• Collaborate with architects, owners, contractors, and other engineering disciplines on renovation, restoration, and expansion projects.
• Review and seal structural drawings and calculations as the Engineer of Record.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to project team.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and client communications while ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Structural analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

STAAD.Pro

RISA

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Chicago Roof Deck and Garden is Chicago’s premier innovator in professional, specialty and custom roof decks. Our strength is in our process, building a custom team for your specific needs, including commercial, hospitality, and residential home projects.

As a full-service provider, from design to permitting and contracting, we have helped countless Chicagoans realize their outdoor visions for creative living spaces. Our vision is that every roof deck and garden we build gets dreamt about year round.

Who We’re Seeking:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer with a strong background in structural design and a minimum of 5 years dedicated to existing conditions assessments and evaluations of buildings and infrastructure. In this role, you will lead the assessment, analysis, and rehabilitation of existing structures while also contributing to new design projects. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of structural engineering experience, a deep understanding of building codes, and proven expertise in diagnosing structural issues, preparing condition reports, and developing repair/retrofit solutions.

If you excel at evaluating aging infrastructure, performing forensic investigations, and delivering practical, code-compliant recommendations, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural condition assessments of existing buildings, parking structures, and other infrastructure, including visual inspections, non-destructive testing, and documentation of as-built conditions.
• Perform detailed structural analysis and load evaluations for existing structures to determine capacity, identify deficiencies, and recommend repairs, reinforcements, or retrofits.
• Develop existing conditions reports, feasibility studies, and rehabilitation designs in compliance with current building codes (e.g., IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, etc.).
• Conduct forensic investigations of structural distress, failures, or damage caused by age, environmental factors, seismic/wind events, or construction issues.
• Prepare construction documents, calculations, drawings, and specifications for structural repairs, additions, modifications, and adaptive reuse projects.
• Collaborate with architects, owners, contractors, and other engineering disciplines on renovation, restoration, and expansion projects.
• Review and seal structural drawings and calculations as the Engineer of Record.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to project team.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and client communications while ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field from an ABET-accredited program (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Structural Engineering license/SE in Illinois).
• Minimum 10+ years of professional experience in structural engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience with existing conditions assessments, condition surveys, forensic evaluations, or rehabilitation/retrofit projects for buildings and structures.
• Strong proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, RISA, or equivalent) and design tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam).
• In-depth knowledge of building codes, standards, and material behavior (concrete, steel, masonry, wood).
• Experience with site investigations, non-destructive testing methods, and preparing detailed condition assessment reports.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and interface effectively with clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing technical reports and presentations.
• Willingness to perform field inspections (travel as needed).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with seismic retrofitting, historic building preservation, or adaptive reuse projects.
• Familiarity with sustainable design practices and resilient structural solutions.
• Project management experience or PMP certification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, etc.)
• Collaborative work environment with opportunities for leadership and growth

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