Senior Structural Engineer - Lead Substation Projects

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Insurance and disability

Time off and wellness programs

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Chicago, IL to lead a multi-discipline team for utilities projects. You will oversee substation steel structures design, train engineers, and ensure quality throughout all project phases.

The role requires an ABET-accredited degree, FE, and 7+ years of experience (PE preferred). Travel is required; strong communication and leadership skills are essential for client interactions and project success.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree or equivalent with 7+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Master's degree with 6+ years of structural engineering experience.
• PE license preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE7.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading discipline design for large projects and delegating tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-discipline team to address the challenges of North America’s largest utilities.
• Perform rigid bus analysis and design of electrical substation steel structures and foundations.
• Mentor junior engineers in technical and professional development.
• Perform quality control reviews of engineering documents and specs.
• Present designs and proposals to clients, permitting authorities, and stakeholders.
• Travel and oversee field inspections and project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Team management

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor in Structural Engineering

FE exam completed

ABET-accredited Master in Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Chicago, IL to lead a multi-discipline team for utilities projects. You will oversee substation steel structures design, train engineers, and ensure quality throughout all project phases.

The role requires an ABET-accredited degree, FE, and 7+ years of experience (PE preferred). Travel is required; strong communication and leadership skills are essential for client interactions and project success.