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Associate Structural Engineer

Brindley Engineering
Brindley Engineering Salary
Lisle, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026

Job Description:

Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team player to lead field evaluations of industrial structures, analyze data, evaluate root cause of failure, develop models, conduct calculations, and develop engineered rehabilitation/replacement plans & specifications.


Job Duties/Responsibilities:

•Lead field evaluation of existing structures

•Develop calculations and analytical models in steel, concrete, and other materials

•Design rehabilitation and/or replacement plans

•Specify materials, write reports

•Technical support for and quality control of structural construction


Minimum Qualifications:

•Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil / Structural Engineering

•Experience: Min Yr = 3

•Licensure: E.I.T. Required, P.E. preferred

•Technical Skills: Knowledge of STAAD/SAP, ACI 318, AISC, ASCE-7, IBC required

Familiarity with AWS D.1. & AutoCAD preferred

•Management: Basic team coordination experience required

•Other Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills


Professional Development Opportunities:

•Work under licensed P.E.’s and S.E.’s to progress towards professional licensure

•Exposure to fieldwork environments in various industrial facilities

•Start developing multi-discipline experience

•Develop expertise in calculations and analytical modeling 

•Lead root cause failure analysis of defects

•Obtain industry and skill-specific certifications

•Develop expertise in a variety of design and analytical programs


Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements.  Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements.  Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met.  These unique requirements may include:


•You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).

•You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.

•You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.  

•You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.  

•You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces

•You may be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program prior to entering their site.

•You may be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.


Pay Range: $90,000 - $130,000 annually


The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. 


In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, compensatory time off, and paid time off (PTO).  Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.


Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.


BE participates in E-Verify. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please go to www.e-verify.gov.


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Salary : $90,000 - $130,000

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