Lead Structural Engineer - Bridge

Compensation

$120,000 - $160,000 / year

Engineering

Aurora, IL

We’re a fast‑growing Midwest engineering environmental firm looking for a motivated Structural Engineer to join our team. We want a proactive communicator who can take charge and lead our growing structural engineering team.

Working on cutting‑edge projects such as bridge inspection and design. Your expertise in bridges, retaining walls, and Department of Transportation design standards will be crucial.

You can work remotely or relocate; work‑life balance is a priority.

• Provide bridge inspection and design services.
• Actively lead, develop, and grow the structural engineering team.
• Be familiar with structural components.
• Work cross functionally with the Transportation team on projects.

Ideally a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and 7–11 years of experience designing steel and concrete structures. Must be a licensed structural engineer in Iowa, Illinois, or Wisconsin, or the ability to secure these licenses.

• Know construction methods, materials, and code requirements.
• Know how to develop design and construction plans.
• Use structural engineering software.
• Speak and write well.
• Have strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Be a team player.

Opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary, plus benefits:

• Medical/dental/vision
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Profit‑sharing bonus plan
• Paid time off
• An awesome work environment.

Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.