Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

AECOM is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our Structural group to support our Water Business Line in Chicago, IL with experience in design of new structures as well as structural forensic work, related to water treatment plant structures, commercial, and industrial buildings.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
• Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures such as field notes, sketches, and photographs.
• Works on detailed or routine structural engineering assignments involving hand calculations and computer modeling tasks using structural programs (RISA 3D, STAAD 3, Excel Spreadsheet, AutoCAD, REVIT, etc).
• Experience in technical writing of proposals and reports, using reasonable cost estimates and schedules.
• Performs fieldwork to review building conditions and prepare detailed field sketches.
• Occasional out-of-town traveling is necessary.
• Proposes a creative approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
• Identifies errors and discrepancies in results.
• Guides and mentors entry-level engineers.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed-upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
• Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering work.
• Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.
• Client presentations are expected; therefore, acceptable levels of verbal and written communication skills are required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS in Structural Engineering + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid Driver's license and motor vehicle records check
• Valid SE license in the State of Illinois
• US Citizenship is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering is preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite capabilities and use standard office software
• Technical experience related to current structural design codes (IBC, ACI, AISC, ASCE-07, etc.).
• Capable of supporting multiple projects at a time and meeting project budgets and schedules.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in water industry structural design.

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Travel is expected up to 30%.

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