Job Title: Structural Engineer

Job Description

As a Structural Engineer, you will engage in the design and analysis of structural systems using various materials such as concrete, steel, masonry, and wood. Your responsibilities will include slab and floor system design, column design, wall design, foundation design, and lateral analysis. You will coordinate with CAD and BIM departments and ensure drawings are aligned with other disciplines including architects and mechanical engineers. You will also respond to RFIs, review shop drawings, conduct site observations, and attend project meetings.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze structural systems using concrete, steel, masonry, and wood.

• Perform slab and floor system design, column design, wall design, and foundation design.

• Conduct lateral analysis and design.

• Coordinate with CAD and BIM departments.

• Ensure drawings are in alignment with other disciplines such as architects and mechanical engineers.

• Respond to RFIs.

• Review shop drawings.

• Conduct site observations.

• Attend project meetings.

Essential Skills

• Experience in structural engineering tasks on building projects.

• Revit and AutoCAD

• Experience with shop drawing review.

• Knowledge of concrete, wood, precast, CAD, steel, BIM, slab, floor system design, column design, wall design, and foundation design.

• Proficiency in structural design software such as RAM, RISA, TEDDS, and ADAPT.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Architectural Engineering is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

• 2-4 years of experience in structural design and detailing of low-rise, commercial, residential, institutional, and healthcare facilities.

• Proficiency in design software such as RAM, TEDDS, RISA, and ADAPT is preferred.

Work Environment

This is a 100% in-office role located in Naperville, with flexible start and end times between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. You will work within a small team of tenured Structural Engineers, offering opportunities for mentorship and career growth. Our project portfolio is mixed, including public work such as K-12 schools, municipal buildings, warehouses, and senior living facilities. The majority of projects are located in Illinois, with some work in Wisconsin and Indiana. Our team enjoys a high retention rate, with many senior engineers having developed their careers here. The company offers 7 paid holidays, 15 days of PTO, bi-annual reviews, end-of-year bonuses based on profitability and tenure, and financial assistance for SE test packets.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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