Benesch

Overview

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm looking for a Structural Project Engineer to work on complex bridge projects in their Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate will have a Professional Engineer license and experience in bridge inspection, analysis, load rating, and design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review structural and geometric calculations for bridge rehabilitation and design projects.
• Prepare and review finite element analysis models.
• Prepare and review bridge load rating reports to DOT standards.
• Prepare, compile and review plans, specifications, cost estimates and pay items in accordance with DOT standards.
• Assume responsibility for assigned design calculation files and plans, assuring adequate independent QC reviews on that work.
• Coordinate tasks with the Project/Technical Manager.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required.
• MS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis or related discipline preferred.
• PE License preferred.
• SE License in Illinois or the ability and plan to obtain.
• Minimum of 5 years of bridge inspection, analysis, load rating and/or design experience.
• Successful completion of one or more FHWA-NHI courses is preferred but not required.
• Experience working with IDOT, CDOT, ISTHA and/or Chicagoland local agencies preferred.
• Strong communication and client relation skills.
• Progressive experience with developing design drawings and utilizing MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules.
• Ability to perform complex analysis and design.
• Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• 401k
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Additional Information

• Flexible work schedule with three days in the Chicago, IL office and two days remotely.