Structural Engineer

GEI Consultants, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Cell phone stipend

Tuition reimbursement

Annual performance bonus

Education assistance

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. in Chicago, IL is seeking a staff-level structural engineer to support complex Midwest and national projects. You will learn from senior experts and gain experience on structural and geo-structural projects, including building design, facades, dams, bridges, and more.

You will perform analyses, design calculations, and prepare reports, with opportunities to observe field explorations and instrumentation. Travel and field work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college required.
• MS in Structural Engineering preferred.
• 2–6 years of structural engineering experience.
• Professional registration eligibility or attainment.
• Coursework in steel design, concrete design, soil mechanics, foundation design.
• Familiarity with analysis/design software: Tedds, ENERCALC, Mathcad, SAP2000, STAAD, RISA.
• Familiarity with drafting software: Revit, Civil3D or AutoCAD.
• Able to work in a team and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license; field work may be required.
• Willingness to work in the field and inclement weather.
• Ability to travel on temporary assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support on buildings, bridges, foundations, and excavation support.
• Support structural steel, reinforced concrete, dams, and foundations design.
• Assist with feasibility studies and technical analyses of building systems and foundations.
• Use geotechnical and structural software for analyses from limit-state to FEA.
• Perform non-destructive testing and instrument installation to monitor movements.

Skills

Structural design

Finite element analysis

Geotechnical knowledge

Team collaboration

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS in Structural Engineering

Tools

Tedds

ENERCALC

Mathcad

SAP2000

STAAD

RISA

Revit

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

GEI’s Chicago, Illinois office is seeking a motivated, staff-level structural engineer to assist with complex and challenging projects at various locations in the Midwest area and throughout the United States and become an integral part of our team of highly skilled professionals. This will provide an excellent opportunity for a new engineer to learn from our senior technical experts and gain experience on a variety of structural and geo-structural projects.

GEI’s Chicago, Illinois office is seeking a motivated, staff-level structural engineer to assist with complex and challenging projects at various locations in the Midwest area and throughout the United States and become an integral part of our team of highly skilled professionals. This will provide an excellent opportunity for a new engineer to learn from our senior technical experts and gain experience on a variety of structural and geo-structural projects. The structural and geo-structural practices provide engineering services on a wide range of projects including building design, evaluation of building facades, testing and instrumentation, excavation support systems, dams and dam appurtenances, building foundations, levees, floodwalls, bridges, tunnels, and ground treatment. Staff-level engineers have the opportunity to observe and document field explorations and construction activities, perform and review analyses and design calculations, and prepare technical correspondence, including reports, letters, and design memos.

• Provide engineering support on a variety of projects, including building superstructures and foundation design, bridges, excavation support design, dams and spillways, specialty foundation design, traditional structural engineering and forensic engineering.
• Support evaluation and design efforts for structural steel, reinforced concrete, dams, excavation support systems, foundations, and other above and below grade structures.
• Assist with feasibility studies and other technical analysis to evaluate various building structural systems, construction methods, foundation options, excavation support systems, etc.
• Use geotechnical and structural software to perform various analyses ranging from limit-state-equilibrium analyses to two- and three-dimensional finite element analyses.
• Perform non-destructive testing, instrument installation to monitor building movement and construction activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college is required.
• M.S. in Structural Engineering from an accredited college is preferred.
• 2-6 years of Structural Engineering experience.
• Possess or have ability to obtain professional registrations.
• Coursework must include steel design, concrete design, soil mechanics, and foundation design.
• Familiarity with analysis and design software (Tedds, ENERCALC, Mathcad, SAP2000, STAAD, RISA, etc.)
• Familiarity with drafting software (Revit, Civil3D or AutoCAD).
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to work in the field as needed.
• Willingness to work in the field and in inclement weather.
• Ability to travel on temporary assignments.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

x

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

4-6 hours

Standing

2 hours

Walking

2 hours

Climbing

30 min.

Lifting (floor to waist level) 20lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) 20lbs

Carrying objects

x

Push/pull

x

Twisting

x

10 min

Reaching forward

10 min

Reaching overhead

10 min

10 min

x

x

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

4-6 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

x

Talk or hear

x

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

x

Far Vision

x

Yes

No

Not Applicable

x

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

x

Hearing

x

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

x

Chemical

x

x

Extreme temperatures

x

Radiation

x

Uneven surfaces or elevations

x

x

Dust/particulate matter

x

Other (exposure risks):

8

x

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.