Associate Structural Engineer

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Parsons is now hiring for an Associate Structural Engineer to join our Chicago office! In this role, you will gain exposure to the production of drawings and calculations for the design of major regional highway and rail bridge projects within a world-class infrastructure team.

• Use CAD to prepare engineering plans, sections and details starting from sketches and other general design information.

• Compile data and perform dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings.

• Become familiar with various standards and codes. Apply codes to check compliance of designs with applicable criteria.

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil of Structural Engineering

• Completed 3+ year of studies with an emphasis in Structural Engineering

• Must have completed courses such as structural analysis, steel or concrete design, geotechnical engineering, etc.

• Previous relevant structural internship experience

• Proficient in CAD software such as Micro Station or AutoCAD

• Working knowledge of structural analysis software

• Previous internship experience in bridge design, roadway design, or construction inspection

• Experience with AASHTO LRFD or AREMA codes

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This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency.

Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $26.59 - $46.54

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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