Baxter & Woodman

Structural Engineer (Entry Level)


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PayCompetitive
LocationChicago/Illinois
Employment typeFull-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: 2430292

      POSITION: Structural Engineer I

      POSITION SUMMARY:

      Experienced professionals and recent graduates alike encounter more than just a job at Baxter & Woodman– they discover a lasting, rewarding career with a recognized leader in technology and innovation. Baxter & Woodman offers an exceptional work environment. Named a 2023 Zweig Best Firms to Work For means we appreciate and value our staff, providing them with a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible work schedules, work from home plan, an outstanding 401K match, and more.

      Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Structural Engineer in our Water Group. This individual is expected to work with Baxter & Woodman’s Water Group on project teams in Illinois, Florida, Texas, and Wisconsin. We are seeking qualified applicants for our Crystal Lake, Naperville, Chicago, Mokena, Illinois offices.

      POSITION DUTIES:

      • Responsible for specific technical design solutions to meet the client’s needs.
      • Provide planning, design, and coordination of small to large projects.
      • Participate in conceptual design and provides full team support throughout the entire project.
      • Perform detailed structural analysis and design for buildings, water and wastewater treatment plant tanks, pumping stations, hydraulic structures, and retaining walls in accordance with pertinent codes and standards.
      • Preparation of design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for construction of new structures and retrofitting of existing structures.
      • Field inspection and confined space entry for structural condition assessment and preparation of technical reports.
      • Perform construction administration duties including conducting on-site observations, preparation of observation reports, responding to RFIs, and review of submittals.

      REQUIREMENTS:

      • BS or MS degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) approved program with a strong academic background in material behavior, structural analysis, concrete, masonry, steel, aluminum, and wood design.
      • Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
      • Understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, standards, details, and construction techniques preferred.
      • Proficient in use of AutoCAD, Revit, RISA, Enercalc, and Microsoft Office software.
      • Excellent technical writing skills.
      • Strong verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
      • Ability to multitask in a team environment while working on several projects simultaneously.
      • Ability to travel (own transportation).

      Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - affirmative action – M/F/Vet/Disability employer

  • About the company

      A forward-thinking civil engineering firm, we work hard to combine best practices with emerging technologies by providing sustainable, innovative solutions for projects.

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