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Senior Civil Structural Engineer

NLB Services
Downers Grove, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026

Role- Senior Civil Structural Engineer

Duration- Contract (06 – 09 Months) - Contract to direct possible

Location- 1411 Opus Place, Suite 200,Downers Grove, IL 60515 (Onsite)


Category: Engineering/Technical

Domain;- Power Industry/Oil and Gas/Construction/Engineering

JOB DESCRIPTION

Client is currently looking for a talented and self-motivated Senior Civil Structural Engineer to join our Downers Grove, IL office. The ideal candidate will lead exciting industrial steel & concrete structural projects in Power and Oil and Gas.

Responsibilities

Lead and provide technical guidance throughout the structural design and engineering process, often serving as the senior reviewer of calculations and structural models.Coordinate, review and approve building design plans, ensure work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.

Provide specific to discipline technical expertise to the degree of preparing and providing training for junior engineering personnel.

Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, and 2D/3D illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, or analyses.

Prepare comprehensive structural technical reports and presentations that explain research, concepts, and recommendations.

Analyze, evaluate, and interpret data obtained during site investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities.

Interact with architects, consultants, and clients in a confident and professional manner.

Responsible for the design and safety of temporary structures used during construction.

Consider construction costs, government regulations, potential environmental hazards, and other factors in planning stages and risk analysis.

Perform material take offs for steel and concrete on industrial projects.

Write technical specifications and scopes of work for steel, concrete, and geotechnical materials.

Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications.

Travel to job sites and participate in walkdowns and provide construction or commissioning support.

Coordinate with other disciplines, departments, and companies to ensure seamless technical compatibility and completion of engineering tasks safely, on-time, within budget and meeting all quality requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural or related field required.

12 years of Structural Engineering experience in the Power and Industrial industry.

Professional registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.). (Preferred)

Professional registration as a Structural Engineer (S.E.) (preferred)

Knowledge of AutoCAD, STAADPro, RISA, Enercalc or similar analysis software

Familiarity with 3D design and viewing software such as Navisworks

Experience with large industrial projects, and understanding of project environments, requirements, and risks

Knowledge and understanding of engineering, construction, and project management

Proven negotiation skills.

Strong language skills (written and oral)

Strong Microsoft Office software skills

Must have authorization to work in the United States for any employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary : $70 - $72

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