×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Civil - Structural

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: GeoWorld
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Structural Engineer, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Description By aligning individual passions with opportunities, Burns & McDonnell provides unbridled professional growth for the industry's best talent. Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Structural Engineer to take control of their career potential by leading a multi-discipline team to address the challenges of North America’s largest utilities. Opportunities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Thinking creatively to address the complex challenges faced by the largest utilities in North America.
  • Performing rigid bus analysis and the design of electrical substation steel structures, equipment foundations, and secondary oil containment.
  • Being mentored by more experienced engineers.
  • Performing field inspections and compliance documentation.
  • Leading a team of single-discipline professionals to ensure project success.
  • Presenting designs and proposals to clients, permitting authorities, public interest groups, etc.
  • Corresponding and/or meeting with clients, contractors, and vendors.
  • Participating in project proposal efforts.
  • Advancing into leadership roles.
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a directly related field from an ABET‑accredited program and three (3) years of structural engineering experience in the areas listed below. Alternatively, a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a directly related field from an ABET‑accredited program and two (2) years of structural engineering experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, plus three (3) years of described experience in the areas listed below, is acceptable.

  • Performing rigid bus analysis and the design of electrical substation steel structures, equipment foundations, and secondary oil containment.
  • Developing performance and material specifications
  • Strong knowledge of standard structural engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Strong knowledge of structural design codes (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE
    7). Experience with ASCE 113 strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, ETABS, SAFE).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Micro Station, Revit, Tekla).
  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment.
  • Strong attention to detail, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Performing field inspections and compliance documentation.
  • Being part of or leading a team of single-discipline professionals to ensure project success.
Compensation

Compensation $- Yearly. The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year‑end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee‑owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

#J-18808-Ljbffr
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
 
 
 
Search for further Jobs Here:
(Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
Location
Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)

Job Posting Language
Employment Category
Education (minimum level)
Filters
Education Level
Experience Level (years)
Posted in last:
Salary