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Senior Structural Engineer

Crawford Murphy & Tilly Inc
Springfield, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/24/2026

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly is seeking an experienced structural engineer to join the Surface Transportation team. This position may be based in any of the following office locations: St Louis, MO; Kansas City, MO; Springfield, IL; or Springfield, MO. This is not a remote position.   

 

We are a fast-growing firm with 500 employees across 25 offices and in 10 states, serving clients through our four primary business groups:

 

  • Aviation
  • Surface Transportation
  • Water Resources
  • Building & Site Services 

 

As a Senior Structural Engineer, you'll play a key role in supporting the Surface Transportation team, while providing the opportunity to experience new challenges in a dynamic environment. Join us and help shape the future of engineering and consulting. 

Here’s what you’ll do:

  • Planning, design, and project management of moderate to complex structural projects  
  • Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary project engineers and project managers to ensure successful project delivery 
  • Engage clients, agencies and other professionals within the transportation engineering industry

 

Here is what you’ll need:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in structures from an accredited university 
  • 5 years' minimum related structural engineering experience with a strong emphasis in the design of bridges, box culverts, retaining walls, and other transportation structures
  • Registered Professional Engineer required
  • Experience with MoDOT or IDOT bridge design and plan preparation required 
  • Working knowledge of MicroStation and/or OpenRoads Designer 
  • Proficient with various structural design and analysis software 
  • Strong technical, written, and oral communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and active listening skills 
  • Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks
  • Ability to work in a team environment, flexibility to adjust as project workloads demands change, and the ability to work independently 
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement solutions 
  • Demonstrated responsiveness, professionalism, and teamwork 

 

Ideally, you will also have:

  • Licensed Structural Engineer preferred 
  • Experience in bridge inspections 
  • Experience and/or desire to mentor and train young engineers 
  • Willingness to travel as needed
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

 

Physical Requirements: 

  • Physical demands vary depending on the specific nature of assigned projects. 
  • Office tasks: physical requirements are minimal and include prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer

 

Elevating infrastructure, together.

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is a civil infrastructure professional services firm working with clients and their communities to shape the future, together. Our mission is to provide superior infrastructure solutions, responsive to clients’ needs and expectations, while fostering growth and development for employees. Our dedicated team of engineers, planners, scientists, and consultants work together with clients and their communities to plan, advance, deliver, and manage civil infrastructure.

At CMT, we are looking for individuals who come to us with varied perspectives, backgrounds and worldviews.   

 

Benefits at CMT

CMT offers a generous benefits program, focused on four pillars: Health & Wellness, Work Life Balance, Financial Heath & Retirement, and Career Development.  To learn more about the CMT benefit programs, review the information on our website, Careers - CMT Infrastructure Professionals

The expected compensation range for this position is $90,000 - $130,000 annually. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT (EEO) POLICY
   Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS
   Applicants wishing to apply for an open position with CMT who require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process may contact CMT’s Human Resources Department at 
kallen@cmtengr.com to request assistance. CMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS
   CMT does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications. Staffing and recruiting agencies, and individuals being represented by an agency, are not authorized to use this site or to submit applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. CMT is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.

Salary : $90,000 - $130,000

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