Structural Engineer-in-Training - ( 240000O5 )

Description

We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

Our Chicago Transportation group seeks a Structural Engineer to join its growing team. The Structural Engineer should be able to evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for projects including bridges and other transportation structures.

They will work on plans and designs of structural engineering projects such as bridges, highway interchanges, roadway reconstruction, subway stations, railroad infrastructure and public spaces. Provides resources and schedules in response to specified completion dates and technical applications. Prepares proposals and cost estimates and evaluates all project progress and recommends changes, if needed, in final procedures.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Performs complex engineering design tasks on assigned projects
• Responsible for the review and sealing of own projects or the work of the others
• Manages the design and construction of projects, and provides structural engineering input
• Manages and leads other team members while working on projects
• Conducts quality assurance and quality control on structural design elements and projects
• Prepares construction contract documents, project proposals, change orders, plans and reports
• Performs calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software
• Attends client/contractor/stakeholder meetings to gain a better understanding of client’s goals
• Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions
• Monitors own work and that of project team to ensure budgets and schedules are being met
• Trains less experienced team members in day-to-day activities including routine technical design, processing and company procedures
• Utilizes relevant software programs to prepare exhibits and complex working drawings
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Thorough understanding of all phases of project document production
• Thorough understanding of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions
• Proficient in Microstation and other relevant design software
• Knowledgeable in the fundamentals of finite-element analysis (FEA) and how FEA can be applied to complex structural engineering problems
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite
• Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies
• Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas, design issues and solutions to others
• Ability to create and interpret sketches, drawings, and various structures

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering required, Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer and Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-6 years of experience.

Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Illinois-Chicago

Organization : BC-1736 Transpt-US North Central

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Feb 9, 2024, 9:04:02 AM

Req ID: 240000O5

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans