{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"10531abc9354a6ec79b1f315","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/10531abc9354a6ec79b1f315","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/10531abc9354a6ec79b1f315","title":"Sr. Structural Engineer","description":"Job Description:\n\nTake Your Design Career to the Next Level\nKleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! In 2025, we acquired Veenstra & Kimm, a dedicated team of engineers with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences, dedicated to one goal: Creating a brighter future for your community.\n\nAre you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.\n\nStep into Your New Role\nWe are currently seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Sr. Structural Engineer to join our growing Illinois structural team. This is an outstanding opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working on complex structural projects while making a lasting impact on communities we serve.\n\nWhether designing new structures, evaluating existing structures, or collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you'll play a key role in delivering safe, innovative, and cost effective engineering solutions.\n\nV&K BENEFITS\nBenefits available 30 days following date of employment, includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, plus additional supplemental insurances\nClothing allowance\n401k with company match\nPaid Time Off and 9 paid holidays\nPaid training and development on and off-site\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nDesign and analyze steel, concrete, timber, and masonry buildings and bridges\nPrepare structural calculations, plans, specifications, and technical reports\nPerform structural inspections and condition assessments\nCollaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and public agencies\nReview construction submittals and respond to field questions\nParticipate in project planning, budgeting, estimating, and scheduling\nEnsure designs comply with applicable building codes, AASHTO, IDOT, and industry standards\nMentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence\nREQUIREMENTS\nBachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering\n15+ years or more experience in the design of bridge and/or buildings\nStrong knowledge of structural analysis and design principles\nAbility to communicate with clients utilizing excellent written and verbal skills\nPREFERRED EXPERIENCE\nExperience with bridges, transportation structures, municipal facilities, commercial buildings, or public infrastructure\nFamiliarity with Illinois Department of Transportation policies and procedures\nIllinois SE license or progress toward SE licensure\nExperience using AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley Connect Open Roads Software, and/or AASHTOware bridge rating software, or other bridge design software such as MDX\nThe expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Illinois Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000\n\nFollowing an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.\n\nProgress with an Employer that Values You\nKleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:\n\nCareer Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.\n\nEqual Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)\n\nNOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES\nPlease note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. 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