Structural Engineer

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.

DLR Group has an opening for a Structural Engineer.

• Chicago, IL
• Minneapolis, MN

As a Structural Engineer at DLR Group you will be responsible for participating in the design process of structural building systems from schematics through construction administration, preparing detailed structural engineering drawings and performing design calculations. As part of our integrated design teams you will create buildings that elevate the human experience through design.

• 0-6 years of buildings structural engineering experience, including the design of concrete, masonry, steel, wood materials; gravity and lateral systems
• Assist in developing project objectives, goals and documentation policies.
• Develop structural designs from concept through completion of construction.
• Prepare engineering design calculations and layouts.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports and narratives.
• Coordinate structural design requirements with architecture and other disciplines.

• Bachelor’s Degree (ABET accredited) in Civil/Structural or Architectural/Structural Engineering.

• Master’s Degree in Civil/Structural or Architectural/Structural Engineering.
• Previous internship co‑op experience or full time position with a consulting engineering or A/E firm.
• Passed Fundamentals of Engineering Exam.
• Experience with BIM (e.g. Autodesk Revit Structural) workflow.
• Experience and interest in sustainable building design.
• Working knowledge of current structural software (ETABS SAP SAFE RAM ADAPT RISA Enercalc).

As an Emerging Professional at DLR Group you will be a part of our EPX program. The EPX program provides diverse perspectives on the needs of a design enterprise and the possibilities for experiences and growth within the design profession. The goal is to provide a strong foundation to build your career on and explore opportunities within the AEC industry. The program is composed of three major components: mentorship, work and weekly classes.

These classes include EP‑specific onboarding design culture marketing and BD sustainability design technology communication style education mentoring resource and project management construction site opportunities research equity design agency and career next steps. You will hear from some of our top executives and integrated designers during this time!

Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities.

$69,000 - $108,000 USD

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.