Structural Engineer 6

CDM Smith; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,240 - 192,899; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead teams in creating analyses and designs for reinforced concrete, structural steel, reinforced masonry, and other metal structures of moderate to high complexity to meet client project requirements.

You will review designs for compliance with regulations, coordinate with other disciplines, mentor junior staff, and engage with clients on current and future design needs. 20%–40% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Leads teams to create structural analyses and designs for moderate to high complexity.
• Reviews draft designs for compliance with regulations and signs off on completed designs.
• Coordinates designs with other engineering disciplines.
• Mentors junior staff and provides technical guidance.

Skills

CAD 3D/4D software

Engineering principles of design

Verbal and written communication

Regulatory knowledge

Structural analysis software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering

Structural Engineering (SE) license

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Description

With high-level goals provided, leads teams to create structural analyses and designs for reinforced concrete, structural steel, reinforced masonry, and other metal structures of moderate to high complexity to meet client project requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Directs the development of models, drawings, and specifications.
• Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations and signs off on completed designs.
• Coordinates designs with other engineering disciplines.
• Ensures firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
• Performs structural condition assessments and confined space entries.
• Contributes to firm’s TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special‑case designs, studies.
• Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
• Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs).
• Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
• Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
• May attend conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm’s products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff.
• Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm.
• May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Structural Engineering (SE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; frequency depends on duties.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with water/wastewater related projects.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of computer‑assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Expert knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.
• Ability to arrange/layout structural systems and elements for strength, stability, constructability, and construction economy.
• Expert knowledge of engineering analysis/design software (e.g., Revit, STAAD, RISA).

Travel Requirement

20% – 40%

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries reserve the right to require background checks, including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc., as well as credit and motor vehicle checks when applicable for certain positions. Background checks may be conducted after an offer of employment in the United States and will not precede an interview. In the United States, drug testing may also be required for designated positions. Background checks will be conducted after an interview and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant’s criminal history. If the position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. During employment, individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record and drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Pay Range

Min: USD $110,240.00

Max: USD $192,899.00

Visa Sponsorship

No – we will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H‑1B or TN visas for this position.