Entry Level Structural Engineer

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us?

The Chicago office of SmithGroup is looking for a Entry Level Structural Engineer to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Perform basic to slightly more complex structural engineering assignments for projects, applying standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Assist with engineering tasks for a project, assuring that technical, schedule and production targets are met, while meeting quality standards and applicable professional standards.
• Perform structural analysis, and design of framing members, systems and connections using structural software and manual calculations under the direct supervision.
• Interpret design intent and use software in developing BIM models, sketches and drawings.
• Perform document production for assigned engineering work and document changes to engineering drawings as instructed.
• Assist in construction contract administration, including field observations as directed.
• Assist in developing proposal materials as needed.
  
  

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with a concentration in Structural Engineering or equivalent. Master’s degree in Structural or Architectural Engineering preferred.
• 1-4 years of professional experience (including summer, co-op or intern work) in the AE field preferred.
• Passed the Fundamentals in Engineering Examination and is preparing to become licensed, when eligible.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members in other disciplines and the ability to communicate ideas verbally and graphically.
• A solid knowledge of mathematical concepts and the ability to apply principles of logic and scientific thinking to a wide range of problems.
• Proficiency with CAD, Revit, RAM Structural Systems, RISA, SAP and/or similar Structural Analysis Programs and the Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000 to $72,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to careers@smithgroup.com.