Senior Structural Engineer: Bridges & Buildings Expert

Kleinfelder; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kleinfelder in Illinois is seeking a Sr. Structural Engineer to join our growing team. You will design and analyze structures across buildings and bridges, lead complex projects, and deliver safe, cost-effective engineering solutions for communities we serve.

The role requires 15+ years of bridge/building design experience, strong structural knowledge, and excellent client communication. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic, inclusive firm.

Qualifications

• Requires civil/structural engineering degree.
• 15+ years of bridge and/or building design experience.
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design principles.
• Excellent written and verbal client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze steel, concrete, timber, and masonry buildings and bridges.
• Prepare structural calculations, plans, specifications, and technical reports.
• Perform structural inspections and condition assessments.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and public agencies.
• Review construction submittals and respond to field questions.
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, estimating, and scheduling.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes, AASHTO, IDOT, and industry standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence.

Skills

Structural analysis

Client communication

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bentley OpenRoads

AASHTOWare

MDX

Job description

Kleinfelder in Illinois is seeking a Sr. Structural Engineer to join our growing team. You will design and analyze structures across buildings and bridges, lead complex projects, and deliver safe, cost-effective engineering solutions for communities we serve.

The role requires 15+ years of bridge/building design experience, strong structural knowledge, and excellent client communication. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic, inclusive firm.