Structural Project Engineer Jobs in Illinois

INTRODUCTION

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Thornton Tomasetti, Inc. seeks Project Engineer in Chicago, IL to be responsible for helping lead the coordination, planning, and execution of engineering projects within area of responsibility.

• Communicate with clients to understand their needs and ensure work aligns with their goals.
• Plan and develop engineering programs and organize project teams based on project requirements.
• Perform structural analysis and design for a wide range of building types (data centers, schools, airports and offices) and materials, using tools like SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, ADAPT, Enercalc, RISA, SAFE and Revit, while adhering to applicable building codes.
• Manage and oversee the work of other team members, including engineers and draftspersons.
• Direct the preparation of detailed contract documents, such as drawings and specifications, to support accurate and efficient project delivery.
• Lead the Construction Administration for projects which include reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs and performing site visits for projects, providing solutions for issues raised by construction team and preparing field reports.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering or a related field and three (3) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation: performing structural analysis and design using software such as SAP2000, STAAD Pro, ETABS, RAM, ADAPT, Enercalc, SAFE, RISA or Revit for modeling; analyzing building systems in compliance with industry standards and building codes including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, and AISC; utilizing experience with load path analysis, seismic and wind load design, and material-specific design for reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, and post-tensioned systems; and preparing detailed contract documents and overseeing construction coordination.
• Two (2) years of experience must include: working on Data Centers.
• PE License required.

Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies. When not telecommuting, must report to work site.

COMPENSATION

• Offered salary is between $124,093 and $124,093 per year.
• The rate for this position generally is $90,000 - $115,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the Illinois State Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful Illinois State applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in Illinois State or perform the position from Illinois State. Similar positions located outside of Illinois State will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by Illinois Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

BENEFITS

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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