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Structural Engineer – Power; Chicago

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Burns & McDonnell
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-04
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 105000 - 210000 USD Yearly USD 105000.00 210000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Structural Engineer – Power (Chicago)

Description

The Power Division focuses on the design and construction of power generation facilities, including fossil, hydrogen, solar, nuclear, and energy storage. Our experience also covers other types of heavy industrial facilities, such as decarbonization, mining, and gas compression. The project diversity that the Power Division offers a wide range of design, project execution, and construction experience.

Responsibilities
  • Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.

  • Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects.

  • Design structural components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.

  • Applies strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.

  • Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.

  • Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.

  • Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.

  • Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. May also have a bachelor’s degree in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. A Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering may substitute for 1 year of experience.

  • Minimum of 3 years of structural engineering experience required.

  • Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.

  • Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

  • Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

  • Strong computer skills include structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D), AutoCAD, and BIM (e.g., Tekla).

  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred, Professional Engineer (PE) license encouraged.

Compensation

$- Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Structural Engineering

Primary Location US-IL-Chicago

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req : 260005

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-VR #PWR

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