TO BE CONSIDERED FOR OUR STRUCTURAL BRIDGE ENGINEER POSITION, WE ARE SEEKING CANDIDATES WHO MEET THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with Structural emphasis in course work (such as Reinforced Concrete Design, Prestressed Concrete Design, and Steel Design courses.) Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in the structural design or inspection of bridges using IDOT standards. Candidates with greater experience are encouraged to apply as well. CDOT and Tollway experience is a plus.
• Bridge inspection experience and qualification as per FHWA. Team Leader certification with IDOT is preferred.
• Successful completion of the National Highway Institute (NHI) training course #130055 “Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges” or #130056 “Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers” is required.
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design programs preferred. Working knowledge of MicroStation programs.
• Registration as a PE in IL is required.
• Registration as an SE in IL required or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
• Previous business development and project management experience is a plus.

Why GRAEF? We are proud to offer you a complete benefit package to include:

• The salary range for this position is $110,000-$155,000. (Salary to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience and skill set, as well as internal and external equity.)
• Relocation assistance
• Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Programs
• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
• Flexible Hours/Hybrid Schedule
• Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and support
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets

• Leading the design and preparation of plans, specifications and estimates for bridges per IDOT and Tollway requirements.
• Working closely with professional engineers to perform structural analysis and design with a concentration on Illinois Highway and Tollway structures.
• Reviewing of shop drawings and structural inspection of bridges and highway structures.
• Leading design meetings and coordinate with team members.
• Mentoring, training and developing junior staff.
• Applies up-to-date, standard bridge inspection techniques to complete NBIS routine bridge inspection for IDOT