Senior Structural Engineer - Chicago, IL

About the role

A Senior Structural Engineer (SE & PE) with 10+ years of bridge design and analysis experience. Perform as the Lead Structural Engineer or Project Manager on transportation projects that include bridges, retaining walls, and culverts.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced structural analysis on complex bridge projects with flared and curved framing.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to other design team members, junior engineers, and technicians.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, technical reports, and cost estimates for procurement and construction.
• Provide technical oversight and quality checking of deliverables.
• Cookordination with other disciplines on multi-discipline transportation projects.
• Provide input and technical guidance to CAD technicians.
• Monitor productivity and technical proficiency of assigned technical personnel.
• Monitor the quality and progress of the structural work product, ensuring that production requirements are satisfied.
• Prepare structural scopes of work.
• Prepare work plans and schedules.
• Support business development efforts as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s and Master's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering are required.
• 10+ years of bridge design and analysis experience.
• PE and SE or ability to obtain these two licenses within one year is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in steel, reinforced concrete, and prestressed concrete design.
• Proficiency in bridge engineering software, including LARSA 4D and/or CSI Bridge, and Bentley CAD tools is preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and planning skills.
• Working knowledge of 3D Parametric design software is a plus.
• Working knowledge of various state Bridge Design Manuals.

Skills

• Bridge inspection, assessment, and bridge condition reports.
• Technical oversight and quality checking of deliverables.
• Coordination with other disciplines on multi-discipline transportation projects.
• Input and technical guidance to CAD technicians.
• Monitoring productivity and technical proficiency of assigned technical personnel.
• Preparing structural scopes of work.
• Preparation of work plans and schedules.
• Supporting business development efforts.

Benefits

As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work.

Pay

Competitive premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Schedule

Flexible work schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible).

Additional Information

Commitment Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career. Lochner Provides An Extensive Total Rewards Package That Includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program.
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care.
• Paid Family Leave.
• Retail Plan with Employer Match.
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Discounts.
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service.