Benesch · 1 day ago
Structural Project Engineer (Hybrid Schedule)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $124K/yr
5+ years expBenesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. They are seeking a Structural Project Engineer to work on complex projects, focusing on the analysis, inspection, load rating, and design of bridge structures in their Chicago, IL office.
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Responsibilities
Prepare and review structural and geometric calculations for bridge rehabilitation and design projects
Prepare and review finite element analysis models
Prepare and review bridge load rating reports to DOT standards
Prepare, compile and review plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items in accordance with DOT standards
Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans, assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work
Coordinate the above tasks with the Project/ Technical Manager
Qualification
Required
B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
Minimum of 5 years of bridge inspection, analysis, load rating and/or design experience
Strong communication and client relation skills
Progressive experience with developing design drawings and utilizing MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
Ability to perform complex analysis and design
Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Preferred
MS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis or related discipline preferred
PE License preferred
SE License in Illinois or ability and plan to obtain
Successful completion of one or more of the following FHWA-NHI courses is preferred but not required: Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges, Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges
Experience working with IDOT, CDOT, ISTHA and/or Chicagoland local agencies preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Company-paid life insurance
Short term, and long-term disability plans
401K plan
Profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan
Generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
Company
Benesch
Serving a broad range of markets, Benesch has played a role in shaping our nation’s infrastructure and local communities for decades.
501-1000 employees
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