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Senior Structural Engineer

TERRA Engineering, Ltd.
Bolingbrook, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026
Senior Structural Engineer Full Time Bolingbrook, IL, US Chicago, IL, US Milwaukee, WI, US Peoria, IL, US St. Louis, MO, US 14 days ago Requisition ID: 1118 Salary Range: $98,500.00 To $128,000.00 Annually Award Winning | Global | Innovative | Cutting Edge | Leader in Green Infrastructure We are TERRA Engineering, Ltd.! If you are seeking a work environment that promotes a collaborative culture, individualized professional development, and opportunities to advance, then TERRA is the place for you! We are currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our team in Chicago, Milwaukee, Peoria, or St. Louis. If you identify with the expectations of the position listed below, then you are our ideal candidate, and we look forward to reviewing your application! You Are: An Experienced Structural Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience with buildings and transportation related structures looking to join our Structural Department. Technically sound in all aspects of the design and analysis of proposed and existing structures to ensure compliance with necessary codes. Knowledgeable of structural engineering codes, standards and design processes. Experienced in providing technical advice to engineers and architects on field related issues. Willing to work and coordinate with other staff as needed to meet project requirements. You Will: Advise engineering team/performs engineering computations to analyze and design structural members to ensure applicability with the necessary codes. Develop design concepts and alternatives, evaluates and studies, establishes design criteria, and recommends solutions. Perform inspections and investigations of structures including bridges, buildings and earth retaining structures. Approve alternative methods for construction procedures or changes in field. Develop and meet project requirements for schedule, budget and construction cost estimates. Prepare proposals for new work, and develops project scope, schedule and budget. Interact with clients and represent the company. Provide mentorship and training to structural staff. Oversee and coordinate the technical/structural aspects of the project. Advise and oversee the engineering team in preparing design calculations, cost estimates, and performs field visits as necessary. Advise and oversee the engineering team in preparing structural engineering contract documents including plans, specifications, cost estimates and other deliverables. Coordinate with other disciplines and designers, to reach agreement about designs and to achieve project goals. Conduct Quality Control/Quality Assurance on projects. Perform other duties as required by Department Managers and Leadership Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. You Have: B.S. or M.S in Structural Engineering or related fields (Required) A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience (Required) An Illinois Structural Engineer (SE) License (Required) Experience in structural engineering standards, codes, concepts, design criteria and procedures within the structural engineering industry The ability to exercise precise engineering judgment Strong computer skills for various software programs for structural analysis, preparation of plans, specifications, reports and other project deliverables Excellent communication skills and ability write technical reports The ability to develop stellar relationship with clients to ensure their satisfaction The ability to effectively present recommendations and results. About TERRA Engineering Founded in 1992, TERRA Engineering, Ltd. (TERRA) is a woman-owned, full-service engineering firm that also offers Landscape Architecture and Land Surveying expertise. We provide quality services for client-specific solutions within scope, budget, and schedule. TERRA’s mission is to become the Professional Service firm of choice by empowering our employees to be innovative and socially responsible while achieving sustainable and profitable growth. Our multi-disciplinary team brings robust knowledge and diverse experience to our clients’ projects, while also providing innovative and sustainable solutions. Continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration are at the core of TERRA’s culture. We strive to create an environment in which all can comfortably and authentically express their thoughts and ideas and effectively engage with the organization. Each member of our team is an important part of TERRA’s success! TERRA Provides: Competitive salary Major medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account 401K and profit-sharing Bonus program Paid holidays and generous paid time off Public transportation reimbursement (Chicago-based employees) Opportunities for advancement A warm culture that is conducive to growth and professional development The employment policy of TERRA Engineering, Ltd. is to provide equal opportunity to all persons. Our company, therefore, has made a commitment to equal employment opportunity through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. TERRA Engineering, Ltd. will recruit, hire, train and promote qualified individuals in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, military and/or veteran status, or disability in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. TERRA Engineering, Ltd. does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. #LI-CB1

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