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Job Description

Overview

Burns & McDonnell is seeking to hire an experienced Structural Engineer to join our team in our downtown Chicago, IL office. The Power Division focuses on the design and construction of power generation facilities, including fossil, hydrogen, solar, nuclear, and energy storage.

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 set forth by the project managers.
  • Apply strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures.
  • 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.
  • Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.
  • Perform field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Comply with all policies and standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
  • 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.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Strong computer skills including 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.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
  • Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
PTO
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