Walker Consultants

Structural Engineer

Walker Consultants$80K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Structural or Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited university; Master's preferred.
  • 3-5 years in structural design for large multifamily, hospitality, and parking projects.
  • Experience in concrete, steel, masonry, seismic performance, and familiar with post-tensioned/precast methods.
  • EIT required; PE licensure preferred.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with solid engineering knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural modeling, analysis, and design of structures.
  • Assist in preparing project documents, calculations, and reports.
  • Support project managers in maintaining schedules and deliverables.
  • Develop project studies and recommend appropriate structural systems.
  • Collect relevant data for project design including surveys and codes.
  • Conduct site visits for project observation and report to project managers.
  • Mentor team members while pursuing continuous professional development.

Benefits

  • Annual discretionary bonus program.
  • Opportunity to purchase stock in 100% employee-owned company.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Mental wellness benefits and Health Savings Account contributions.
  • 401(k) with company match and paid parental leave.
  • 529 college savings plan and PTO donation bank.
  • Robust professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.
Full Job Description
How Your Role will Shape Our Success

We are looking for a talented and experienced Structural Engineer to contribute to the successful execution of various structural engineering projects. This position will play a key role in project management, structural analysis, design, and coordination. As a Structural Engineer, you will work closely with our team of Engineers and Architects to ensure the timely completion of projects while maintaining the highest standards of quality and innovative solutions.

What You'll Do
  • Performs work which involves conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment, with increasingly complex engineering challenges under the guidance of senior engineers.
  • Assists in the preparation of project documents, calculations, reports, and drawings.
  • Supports project managers in maintaining project schedules and deliverables.
  • Develops and implements project studies and determines appropriate structural system with oversight from senior engineers and project managers.
  • Collects data pertinent to the project design, including surveys, codes, soils, and other required information.
  • Serves as a member of project teams and performs design tasks with increasing levels of responsibility
  • Perform structural modeling, analysis, and design for gravity and lateral design of structures including concrete, masonry, and steel members.
  • Assists the Project Manager during all phases of a project.- Reviews documents and recommends revisions where required.
  • Visits site to observe construction; submits Field Report to Project Manager.- Attends client meetings (technical) as required.
  • Reviews shop drawings and responds to field questions on design with support from senior engineers as needed.- Contributes to projects of varying size and complexity.
  • Participates in mentoring and knowledge-sharing opportunities while continuing to develop technical expertise.
  • Actively pursues professional development opportunities and progress toward PE licensure, if not already licensed.

What You Bring

Education Requirements:
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited University, Master's degree preferred.


Other Requirements:
  • 3-5 years of experience in structural design of large multifamily residential, hotel/hospitality, and/or parking.
  • Experience in structural design and analysis including concrete, steel, masonry, lateral systems for seismic performance, and familiarity with post-tensioned and/or precast construction methods.
  • EIT required and/or Professional Engineer licensure preferred.
  • Ability to design solutions to complex engineering problems.
  • Solid knowledge of structural engineering.
  • Strong computer, writing, communication, and team skills are necessary.
  • Experience in the design and construction of parking garages preferred.


We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including:

  • Annual discretionary bonus program
  • Opportunity to purchase Walker stock - Walker is 100% employee-owned!
  • Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
  • Mental wellness benefits
  • Health Savings Account with company contribution
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
  • 529 college savings plan
  • A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
  • 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
  • 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
  • 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
  • Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
  • Paid community involvement hours
  • Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
  • Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
  • Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups


$80,000 - $100,000 a year

At Walker Consultants, we are committed to maintaining fairness and equity in our pay practices. The final salary offered may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. We value open conversations about compensation and welcome the opportunity to discuss more about base salary and Walker's total rewards philosophy during the recruiting process.

About Walker Consultants

Walker Consultants is a consulting firm that provides engineering and architectural services to clients in the transportation, parking, and building industries. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois. Walker Consultants has completed projects in over 50 countries and has worked on some of the world's most iconic structures, including the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.
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