Structural Bridge Engineer

Farnsworth Group; Lisle, Mansfield (IL, CT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer to join their innovative team. This role offers the chance to work on complex transportation projects while collaborating with a diverse group of professionals. You'll lead designs, manage client communications, and ensure high-quality project delivery. The firm values work-life balance and offers a hybrid work program, along with a comprehensive benefits package. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your engineering expertise, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with 100% match up to 5%

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending and HSA

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Professional Development

Wellness Reimbursements

Qualifications

• 8+ years of bridge engineering experience with advanced structures.
• Illinois Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead designs and manage structural engineering projects.
• Provide QC/QA for transportation structural team.

Skills

Bridge Engineering

Structural Analysis

Leadership

Client Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's in Structural Engineering

Tools

Bentley CONNECT

LEAP Bridge

RISA-3D

Job description

Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last nine years running. We are a team of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors, and Scientists committed to making meaningful contributions to the world around us. Our quest for excellence goes beyond the ordinary; we seek extraordinary people who want to showcase their talents and join us in making a difference for our clients and communities. You will be part of a collaborative group that champions your career and passions, embraces challenges, understands the importance of work-life balance, and shares our commitment to making a positive impact through your work.

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineer in one of the following locations. In this role, you will work collaboratively within a team to design, manage, and deliver transportation structural engineering projects that serve local and nationwide clients.

Posting Locations: Belleville, IL; Bloomington, IL; Champaign, IL; Chicago, IL; Effingham, IL; Lisle, IL; Peoria, IL; Pontiac, IL; Springfield, IL; Tinley Park, IL; St. Louis, MO; Nashville, TN

Job Activities:

1. Serve as a technical resource to mentor, manage, and provide QC/QA for Transportation Structural Team staff.
2. Lead/perform designs as an Engineer-of-Record for typical, advanced, and complex bridge projects.
3. Perform structural planning, analysis, and design for transportation projects.
4. Manage structural design projects involving steel, concrete, foundations, and other bridge components.
5. Manage client communications, project scope, schedule, budget, and supervise structural staff.
6. Provide QC/QA for structural designs and projects.
7. Assist in preparing project proposals and statements of qualifications.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering.
2. Illinois Licensed Structural Engineer (SE).
3. 8+ years of bridge engineering experience, including advanced typical structures.
4. Experience as Engineer-of-Record with bridge design, codes, calculations, and contract documents.
5. Proficiency with structural analysis programs and bridge design software.
6. Leadership, communication skills, and team collaboration experience.
7. Experience working with IDOT and/or Tollway Facility Bridge projects (5+ years).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with complex or railroad structures.
2. Masters in Structural Engineering.
3. PE license.
4. Project and client management skills.
5. NHI certification for In-Service Bridge Safety Inspection.
6. Familiarity with engineering software such as Bentley CONNECT, LEAP Bridge, RISA-3D, etc.

About Farnsworth Group: A 135-year-old firm with over 600 professionals, involved in over 24,000 projects, serving a diverse range of clients nationwide. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for nine consecutive years, emphasizing a positive work culture.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending and HSA
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Professional Development, Mentoring
• Wellness Reimbursements, Pet Insurance
• Hybrid Work Program

Our Hybrid Work Program offers flexibility to support work-life balance.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000, commensurate with experience.

Diversity and Inclusion: We aim to recruit and promote a diverse workforce. Join us to make a difference together.

Farnsworth Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Position" tab below.