Structural Project Engineer

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd.; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Generous PTO

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. seeks a Structural Engineer to lead project design and management in Rosemont, Illinois. The role includes client interaction, mentoring junior engineers, and project ownership, focused on roadway and bridge design. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and 5 years of experience in structural engineering. CBBEL offers excellent benefits like medical insurance and 401(k) matching, valuing employee input and growth opportunities within the team.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in structural engineering.
• Structural Engineer (SE) licensure preferred within 2 years of hire.
• Engineer Intern Certification in Illinois preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing site conditions for engineering projects.
• Prepare design plans, specifications, and project documents.
• Assist in controlling project costs and managing budgets.

Skills

Communication skills

Proficiency with MicroStation

Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD specifications

Leadership abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Geopak

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Enercalc

Job description

This role is designed for engineers ready to grow beyond task-based design into technical leadership, client interaction, and project ownership. You’ll gain hands‑on experience leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the growth of our Structural Group. Our Rosemont office is centrally located within the Chicago metropolitan area and serves as the hub for our engineering services operations. Our Structural staff is focused on meeting the design and construction needs of our public and private clients throughout the area, including providing structural solutions for a wide range of projects such as transportation, bicycle and pedestrian accommodations, stormwater, parks/public spaces, and site development. Our staff’s primary focus is roadway and pedestrian bridge design and rehabilitation, retaining wall and floodwall design, spillway/dam design, culvert design and design of other structures needed to support CBBEL projects. Additionally, our Structural Group regularly performs bridge and dam inspections throughout Northeast Illinois and Northwest Indiana.

What You’ll Do

Design and Technical Leadership

• Evaluate existing site conditions, including topographic survey and geotechnical data.
• Prepare design plans, specifications, and related documents for the development of engineering projects.
• Document all design work progress in writing, drawings, sketches, calculations, or tabulations for the quality assurance reviews of work performed by other staff including completion of the department QA/QC checklist.
• Perform required calculations for the accurate and complete design of project features.
• Develop and/or back check quantity and cost estimates for design projects.
• Assist in the preparation of permitting documents.
• Utilize value engineering, technical input and contributions from others throughout design process.
• Undertake research related to new methods or materials for use in projects.
• Assist with and eventually lead bridge and other inspections.

Project Coordination & Management

• Coordinate with utility companies to determine if relocations are necessary.
• Coordinate work across departments for multi-disciplinary jobs.
• Manage sub-consultants engaged in support of design projects.
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Continually develop personal knowledge of engineering and construction best practices and standards by leveraging job experience.
• Assist in controlling project costs by managing the budget, invoicing, and reporting of projects, for both internal and client needs.

Client and Team Engagement

• Act as liaison with client, contractors, or others directly involved with the project, assisting with required coordination and problem solving between all parties and site activities.
• Contribute to team effort by providing guidance and technical insight to Structural Engineers.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals for future work.
• Expand existing network by attending networking events and fostering new relationships that can contribute to potential talent identification and business development opportunities.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the structural engineering field.
• Structural Engineer (SE) licensure or ability to take the Structural Engineering Exam within 2 years of hire date, with exam preparation support from CBBEL preferred.
• Engineer Intern Certification in the State of Illinois, Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency with software applications including MicroStation and Geopak, or similar tools like AutoCAD Civil 3D or OpenRoads Designer.
• Familiarity with common structural design software (Enercalc, Risa 3D, Merlin Dash, Open Bridge Designer, AASHTOWare, etc.)
• Familiarity with the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, the IDOT Bridge and Culvert Manuals and the Illinois Tollway Structure Design Manual.

Benefits

• Clear growth opportunities in structural design technical development and project management.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and discretionary bonuses.
• A team that values your input, supports your goals, and celebrates shared success.

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of CBBEL to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, parenthood, creed, veteran’s status, veteran’s disability and physical or mental disability, citizenship status or unfavorable discharge from the military. CBBEL intends that all matters related to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, terminations, layoffs and recalls, as well as all CBBEL sponsored social and recreational programs, and all treatment on the job, be free of unlawful discriminatory practices. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].