STV · 7 hours ago
Senior Structural Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $150K/yr
12+ years expSTV Incorporated is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with a focus on highway, rail and transit infrastructure to join their growing Transportation Practice in Chicago, IL. The role involves leading and managing structural design and analysis of various structures, ensuring compliance with design standards, and mentoring junior engineers.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage structural design and analysis of bridges, culverts, platforms, retaining walls, and other related structures for highway and railroad clients
Serve as technical lead on structural tasks from planning through final design and into construction support
Perform structural modeling, load ratings, and analysis using software such as MIDAS, LARSA, SAP2000, CSI Bridge, STAAD, and Mathcad
Ensure structural designs comply with AREMA, AASHTO LRFD, IDOT, and client-specific design standards
Develop structural plans, specifications, and cost estimates for design-bid-build and design-build project delivery
Perform bridge inspections and prepare inspection reports and load ratings for freight and passenger rail clients
Serve as Client Representative for select railroad clients, reviewing and/or overseeing design efforts on their behalf
Review and approve structural calculations, technical memos, and submittals
Coordinate closely with CAD designers and engineering support staff using MicroStation and AutoCAD
Contribute to the development and implementation of design templates and QA/QC tools to improve delivery consistency and efficiency
Support constructability reviews and provide on-site construction observation and field support when necessary
Mentor junior and mid-level structural engineers, reviewing technical deliverables and guiding design decisions
Work with project managers, group leads, and other disciplines to define scope, schedule, and resource plans
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation in daily operations
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Civil Engineering (M.S. in Structural Engineering preferred)
Illinois Professional Engineer license required
Illinois Structural Engineer (S.E.) license is preferred but not required
12+ years of structural engineering experience, with a strong emphasis on bridge infrastructure
Demonstrated knowledge of AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering, AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, and related agency guidelines
Strong analytical, structural design, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset
Preferred
Prior experience managing structural components of highway and rail bridge projects
Familiarity with structural design software
Working knowledge of CAD tools: MicroStation, AutoCAD
Field inspection or construction experience on rail or bridge projects
Experience supporting multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure teams with tight deadlines and innovative deliverables
Benefits
Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (16 days)
Paid Holidays (8 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
Company
STV
STV offers professional services for the infrastructure that powers our lives.
1001-5000 employees
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