Senior Structural Engineer - Lead Designer & Mentor

CDM Smith; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Chicago seeks a senior structural engineer to lead analyses and designs for reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry, coordinating with disciplines and mentoring younger staff. You’ll engage with clients and contribute to proposals and technical publications.

The role offers opportunities to influence projects from concept to completion, travel 10% or less, and to work within a collaborative, supportive environment focused on career growth and industry leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• With general direction, create structural analyses and designs for reinforced concrete, structural steel, reinforced masonry, and other metal structures of basic to high complexity.
• Direct the development of models, drawings, and specifications.
• Review draft designs for compliance with regulations and sign off on completed designs.
• Coordinate designs with other engineering disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff.
• Mentor junior engineers and support project teams.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D

Engineering design principles

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Regulatory knowledge

Structural layout & constructability

Engineering analysis software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering

PE license

7 years related experience

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Job description

CDM Smith in Chicago seeks a senior structural engineer to lead analyses and designs for reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry, coordinating with disciplines and mentoring younger staff. You’ll engage with clients and contribute to proposals and technical publications.

The role offers opportunities to influence projects from concept to completion, travel 10% or less, and to work within a collaborative, supportive environment focused on career growth and industry leadership.