Structural Engineer

Australia-Employment; Elk Grove Village (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental insurance

Life insurance

Individual performance based bonuses

401k Profit sharing plan

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our civil engineering team in Elk Grove Village, IL. This permanent, hybrid role focuses on transportation and municipal infrastructure, demanding strong structural design experience and a PE license.

You will lead analyses, mentor staff, prepare construction plans, coordinate with agencies and contractors, and help manage budgets and schedules while delivering safe, compliant structures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of structural design experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer license in Illinois; SE a plus.
• Experience with bridges, retaining walls, junction chambers, and other transportation structures.
• Strong written and verbal communication for client and contractor coordination.
• Ability to perform field investigations, site visits, and construction-phase support.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural engineering effort for transportation and public infrastructure projects delivered for government and municipal clients.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineering professionals and design staff, supporting project execution and employee development.
• Prepare and review engineering analyses, technical documentation, and construction plans for transportation-related structures and infrastructure components.
• Support the design of highway, roadway, drainage, and structural systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to develop cost-effective engineering solutions.

Skills

5+ years of structural design

PE license IL

Bridges/retaining walls design

Strong communication

Field investigations

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis)

Job description

Structural Engineer

$140000 - $175000 per year | Elk Grove Village, IL | Hybrid | Permanent

Great team culture + Professional Growth opportunities + Top notch benefits

A bit about us

This company is a civil engineering consulting firm with decades of experience delivering transportation, structural, and municipal infrastructure projects. Our team designs and rehabilitates bridges, roadways, and public works across multiple states, partnering closely with public agencies, contractors, and communities to keep projects on schedule and within budget. With offices supporting both regional and multi-state work, we combine deep technical expertise with a hands‑on, collaborative approach to solving complex structural challenges. We are looking for a talented structural engineer to join the team.

Why join us

At our client, you'll join a tight‑knit team of licensed engineers and technical staff who take pride in mentoring the next generation of talent while tackling technically demanding infrastructure work. You'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of project types — from bridge rehabilitation to new structural design — using both established methods and emerging tools in the field. We value clear communication, strong client relationships, and giving engineers real ownership over their projects from concept through construction. Employees here benefit from steady project pipelines, opportunities for professional licensure support, and a culture that recognizes individual contributions.

Job Details

Requirements

• 5+ years of structural design experience
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structural engineering (Master's a plus)
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Illinois, SE preferred
• Experience with structural design of bridges, retaining walls, junction chambers, and other transportation related design
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and contractor coordination
• Ability to perform field investigations, site visits, and construction‑phase support as needed

Job duties

• Lead the structural engineering effort for transportation and public infrastructure projects delivered for a variety of governmental and municipal clients.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineering professionals and design staff, supporting project execution and employee development.
• Prepare and review engineering analyses, technical documentation, and construction plans for a diverse range of transportation‑related structures and infrastructure components.
• Support the design of highway, roadway, drainage, and structural systems, ensuring compliance with applicable industry standards and regulations.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical and cost‑effective engineering solutions.

Perks

• Medical, Vision and Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Individual performance based bonuses
• 401k Profit sharing plan

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.