Structural Engineer IV Chicago

Lake Superior Consulting, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work options

401K with company match

Life/AD&D & disability insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lake Superior Consulting in Chicago is seeking a senior Structural Engineer IV to lead complex projects in a growing Facilities Engineering group. You will take ownership, apply advanced technical expertise, and mentor others from concept through completion.

This role targets an experienced engineer who enjoys solving problems, guiding project teams, and delivering safe, high-quality structural solutions across diverse industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 5+ years of experience as a structural engineer.
• PE preferred, EIT required.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis calculations using governing codes and standards.
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior engineers.
• Lead multi-disciplinary engineering project teams.
• Layout and detail projects as Engineer of Record or under supervision of EOR.
• Provide CAD drawings or sketches for Designers/Drafters.
• Research design options and document findings for EOR.
• Assume lead engineer role on assigned projects.
• Direct and supervise Designers/Drafters as needed.
• Attend client meetings as SME.
• Perform field activities: observe conditions, take and verify measurements.
• Organize, draft, and coordinate technical documents.
• Serve as project engineer: manage schedule and budget.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Independent work

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Civil/Structural Eng.

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Civil 3D

RISA

Excel

Bluebeam REVU

Job description

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Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Structural Engineer IV Chicago to join our growing Facilities Engineering group.

Build what’s next with Lake Superior Consulting! As a Structural Engineer IV, you’ll lead complex engineering projects and play a key role in developing innovative solutions for our clients. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, apply advanced technical expertise, and collaborate with engineers and other disciplines to bring challenging designs from concept through completion.

This senior-level role is ideal for an experienced structural engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, leading project teams, and serving as a technical resource and mentor to others. You’ll work on meaningful projects across a variety of industries while helping ensure safe, practical, and high-quality engineering solutions.

Responsibilities:

Perform structural design andanalysiscalculations using governing codes and standards, engineering formulas, skills, and experience.

Provide leadership and guidance to more junior engineers while executing a variety of structural engineering tasks.

Capable of working within or leading a multi-disciplinary engineering project team.

Layout and detail entire projects as an Engineer of Record or portions of projects under the supervision of the Engineer of Record

Provide CAD drawings or sketches to incorporate in drawings by Designers/Drafters

Research design options and document findings for Engineer of Record

Assume the lead engineer’s role on assigned projects

Direct and supervise other Designer’s/Drafter’s activities as needed

Attend andparticipatein client meetings as a Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Perform field activities such asobservingand recording existing field conditions,takingand verifying measurements within project area

Organize, draft, and coordinate technical documents

Serve as the project engineer by leading design and engineering effort, and managing proposed schedule and budget throughout each project

Work either independently or closely with others in a team environment on construction plans with clients, architects, and other professionals

Present technical aspects of a project and structural design approach to technical and non-technical individuals

Maintain a comprehensive knowledge and appreciation of all applicable engineering codes and practices

Position Requirements:

Education, Certifications/Licenses, Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civilor Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited university

5+ years’ experience as a structural engineer

PE preferred, EITrequired

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

History of successful completion of projects

Ability to work independently and in close collaboration with others

Preferred experience with engineeringand/design software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks,Civil 3D,RISA, Excel Spreadsheets,BluebeamREVUetc.

Understand 2-D and 3-D drafting techniques

Firm knowledge of design codes including: ASCE 7, AISC 360, ACI 318, etc.

Physical Requirements and Demands:

The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation. Routinely use standard office equipment such as but not limitedto:computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets. Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, oroperateobjects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee isfrequentlyrequired to stand, talk, and hear.

Standing for extended periods.

Occasionallifting inup to 50lbs.

Exposure to weather including heat and cold climates.

Ability to work long hours and overtime when projectsdemand.

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary range for this position is$95,000 - $132,800.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.