Structural Engineer

Jobtailor; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an entry-level Structural Engineer in Lombard, IL to interface with client engineers and perform civil/structural tasks with supervision. You will design shallow foundations, pipe supports, and basic steel platforms, learning codes and utilizing structural analysis software.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Structural Engineering, 0–3 years' experience, and familiarity with AutoCAD, Risa-3D, and STAADPro.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering required.
• 0–3 years civil/structural engineering experience.
• Entry-level knowledge of civil/structural engineering or architectural design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD software.
• Familiarity with Risa-3D and STAADPro analysis software a plus.
• Solid Microsoft Office skills.
• EIT license preferred.
• FE license preferred and on track to obtaining a Professional License (PE) preferred.
• Must be able to work in the US now and in the future without sponsorship.
• Eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Interface with client engineering representatives and other Valdes discipline engineers.
• Perform civil/structural engineering or architectural tasks with supervisory/mentor assistance.
• Design shallow foundations.
• Design individual pipe supports and pipe rack type structures.
• Design basic structural steel access platforms with ladder or stair details.
• Develop basic structural connections.
• Learn design codes and follow established design criteria.
• Use structural analysis software.
• Manage own time within the project allotted budget.
• Coordinate engineering details/drafting with department designer staff to develop project design drawings.
• Review vendor concrete reinforcement and structural steel shop fabrication drawings.
• Learn to develop and review project specifications.
• Verify field conditions and constructability of designs.
• Assist in resolving problems during field construction.
• Participate in short- or long-term field assignments as required.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Structural design

Foundation design

Structural analysis

Project specifications development

Construction problem resolution

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering

FE license

EIT license

PE license on track

US work authorization

Tools

AutoCAD

Risa-3D

STAADPro

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Interface with client engineering representatives and other Valdes discipline engineers
• Perform civil/structural engineering or architectural tasks with supervisory/mentor assistance
• Design shallow foundations
• Design individual pipe supports and pipe rack type structures
• Design basic structural steel access platforms with ladder or stair details
• Develop basic structural connections
• Learn design codes and follow established design criteria
• Use structural analysis software
• Manage own time within the project allotted budget
• Coordinate engineering details/drafting with department designer staff to develop project design drawings
• Review vendor concrete reinforcement and structural steel shop fabrication drawings
• Learn to develop and review project specifications
• Verify field conditions and constructability of designs
• Assist in resolving problems during field construction
• Participate in short- or long-term field assignments as required
• Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Structural Engineering
• 0-3 years of experience working as a civil or structural engineer
• Entry level knowledge of civil/structural engineering or architectural design
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with AutoCAD software
• Familiarity with Risa-3D and STAADPro analysis software a plus
• Solid Microsoft Office skills
• EIT license preferred
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) license preferred and on track to obtaining a Professional License (PE) preferred
• Must be able to work in the US now and in the future without sponsorship
• Eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in civil and structural engineering design, including shallow foundations, pipe supports, and structural steel access platforms. Capable of utilizing structural analysis software and coordinating project design details effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Bachelor's Degree In Structural Engineering
• Civil/Structural Engineering Design
• AutoCAD Software
• Risa-3D Analysis Software
• EIT License

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Structural Design
• Foundation Design
• Structural Analysis
• Project Specifications Development
• Construction Problem Resolution

Soft Skills

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Time Management

Certifications & Qualifications

• EIT License
• Fundamentals Of Engineering (FE) License
• Professional License (PE) On Track

Industry Keywords

• Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Architectural Design
• Project Design Drawings
• Field Construction

Tools & Technologies

• AutoCAD
• Risa-3D
• STAADPro
• Microsoft Office