AECOM

Structural Engineer

AECOM • $80K — $95K *
Chicago, IL 60629In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Structural Engineering + 4 years relevant experience or equivalent education/experience
  • Valid Driver's license and motor vehicle records check
  • Valid SE license in Illinois
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and standard office software
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Performs parts of broader engineering assignments under experienced engineers.
  • Gathers and analyzes basic engineering data using established procedures.
  • Handles detailed structural assignments, conducting calculations and computer modeling.
  • Writes technical proposals and reports, estimating costs and schedules.
  • Conducts field reviews of building conditions and creates sketches.
  • Travels occasionally for work purposes as required.
  • Proposes creative solutions to new engineering problems encountered.
  • Identifies errors and discrepancies in engineering results.
  • Mentors entry-level engineers and oversees their work.
  • Completes primary design elements independently and manages projects with minimal supervision.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Paid time off and leaves of absence
  • Voluntary benefits and flexible work options
  • Well-being resources and employee assistance program
  • Business travel insurance and service recognition awards
  • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our Structural group to support our Water Business Line in Chicago, IL with experience in design of new structures as well as structural forensic work, related to water treatment plant structures, commercial, and industrial buildings.

Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
  • Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures such as field notes, sketches, and photographs.
  • Works on detailed or routine structural engineering assignments involving hand calculations and computer modeling tasks using structural programs (RISA 3D, STAAD 3, Excel Spreadsheet, AutoCAD, REVIT, etc).
  • Experience in technical writing of proposals and reports, using reasonable cost estimates and schedules.
  • Performs fieldwork to review building conditions and prepare detailed field sketches.
  • Occasional out-of-town traveling is necessary.
  • Proposes a creative approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
  • Identifies errors and discrepancies in results.
  • Guides and mentors entry-level engineers.
  • Performs work in accordance with agreed-upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
  • Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering work.
  • Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.
  • Client presentations are expected; therefore, acceptable levels of verbal and written communication skills are required.


Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • BA/BS in Structural Engineering + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
  • Valid Driver's license and motor vehicle records check
  • Valid SE license in the State of Illinois
  • US Citizenship is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's degree in Structural Engineering is preferred
  • Microsoft Office Suite capabilities and use standard office software
  • Technical experience related to current structural design codes (IBC, ACI, AISC, ASCE-07, etc.).
  • Capable of supporting multiple projects at a time and meeting project budgets and schedules.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience in water industry structural design.


Additional Information
  • Sponsorship is not available for this position.
  • Relocation is not available for this position.
  • Travel is expected up to 30%.


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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Learn more about AECOM
Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
NASDAQ
ACM
* Ladders Estimates

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