Structural Designer Jobs in Illinois

Job Description: Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team-player to assist engineers in field evaluations of industrial structures, develop BIM 3D and 2D AutoCAD drawings of engineered sketches.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Field evaluation and measurements of existing structures to develop repair drawings
- Develop detailed structural drawings of steel, concrete, wood, and masonry
- Lead in the development of design portions of evaluation reports
- Review drawings produced by others
- Drive the development of business applications for emerging technologies

Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: 2-year technical degree
- Experience: Min Yr = 4+
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with 2D AutoCAD, BIM 3D Modelling (CADWorx, S3D, E3D, etc.), exposure to Bluebeam, Advanced Steel preferred, Microsoft Office experience is required, and Advanced REVIT experience is required
- Management: No management experience required
- Other Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills

Professional Development Opportunities:
- Improve field evaluation and measurement skills, leading to field work autonomy
- Improve understanding of structural design codes (Concrete, Steel, AWS)
- Learn new programs such as 3D PDF, Navisworks, Point Clouds
- Learn quality assurance techniques of drawing/report reviews

Individual field assignments typically 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, earplugs, 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: $30.00/hour - $50.00/hour

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, 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.

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