Structural Engineer

Benesch; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Retirement plan

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Parental leave

Mentorship

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Structural Project Engineer to join our Structural team in Milwaukee, WI. You will work on transportation projects with state and local agencies, performing modeling, analysis and designs, and coordinating drafting with clients.

Requirements include a B.S. in Civil Engineering, 8+ years of design and inspection experience, and Wisconsin PE or reciprocity. CBSI is preferred. Strong communication and client‑facing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required.
• PE License in Wisconsin or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• CBSI – not required, but preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of design, load rating and inspection experience.
• Experience working with WisDOT and/or municipalities.
• Excellent communication and client relation skills.
• Progressive experience with developing contract and utilizing MicroStation Connects, Open Roads and Open Bridge Design software.

Responsibilities

• Collect and assimilate data and perform modeling, analysis and/or design calculations of project elements.
• Draw design details under direction of others.
• Compute quantities and demonstrate awareness of relationships to pay items.
• Organize calculations to be included in design files, following project standards.
• Coordinate drafting of an element.
• Perform field or site visits as needed.
• Develop cursory knowledge of applicable codes and standards and use of applicable CADD and Microsoft software.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project management

Communication

Client relations

MicroStation Connects

Open Roads

Open Bridge Design

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation Connects

Open Roads

Open Bridge Design

Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Structural Project Engineer

Join our growing Structural team as a Structural Project Engineer. In this role you will work on various transportation projects with state and local transportation agencies. As a project engineer you will perform engineering models, analysis and/or designs, and supporting calculations / documentation. You will also coordinate the drafting of project elements for various clients.

Location

This position will be in our office in Milwaukee, WI.

The Impact You Will Have

• Collect and assimilate data and perform modeling, analysis and/or design calculations of project elements.
• Draw design details under direction of others.
• Compute quantities and demonstrate awareness of relationships to pay items.
• Organize calculations to be included in design files, following project standards.
• Coordinate drafting of an element.
• Perform field or site visits as needed.
• Develop cursory knowledge of applicable codes and standards and use of applicable CADD and Microsoft software.

What We Are Looking For

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
• PE License in Wisconsin or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) – not required, but preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of design, load rating and inspection experience
• Experience working with WisDOT and/or municipalities
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Progressive experience with developing contract and utilizing MicroStation Connects, Open Roads and Open Bridge Design software

Why Benesch

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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