Senior Structural Engineer: Bridges & Buildings Innovator

Kleinfelder; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Clothing allowance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Sr. Structural Engineer to lead complex structural projects in our expanding Illinois team. You will design and inspect structures, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with multidisciplinary groups to deliver safe, innovative solutions.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years of bridge/building design experience, strong analytical skills, and effective client communication. The role offers competitive compensation and extensive professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in bridge and/or building design.
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze steel, concrete, timber, and masonry structures.
• Prepare structural calculations, plans, specifications, and reports.
• Conduct inspections and condition assessments of structures.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and public agencies.
• Review submittals and respond to field questions.
• Participate in budgeting, estimating, and scheduling.

Skills

Structural analysis

Communication

Design principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bentley OpenRoads

AASHTOware

Job description

Kleinfelder is seeking a Sr. Structural Engineer to lead complex structural projects in our expanding Illinois team. You will design and inspect structures, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with multidisciplinary groups to deliver safe, innovative solutions.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years of bridge/building design experience, strong analytical skills, and effective client communication. The role offers competitive compensation and extensive professional development opportunities.