Structural Engineer

Job Description POSITION DESCRIPTION We are currently seeking a full-time Structural Engineer to join our team. Our team works with private companies on commercial projects, as well as with State and Local Government on bridge and transportation related projects. We are looking for a candidate with excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills to assist our current staff in serving our clients. Our preferred location would be in our West Des Moines office but we will consider strong candidates in our Bolingbrook, Springfield, or Kansas City office. This position will collaborate with our structural team members across our organization.

V&K BENEFITS

Benefits available 30 days following date of employment, includes : Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, plus additional supplemental insurances

Clothing allowance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off and 9 paid holidays

Paid training and development on and off-site

RESPONSIBILITIES

Structural design and detailing for bridge, building and / or treatment plant structures

Work with teams participating in planning, design and construction of structural projects, with future opportunities to lead project teams

Client contact including verbal and written communication

Ability to complete projects on time and within budget

Periodic on-site construction observation

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

5 years or more experience in structural engineering

Iowa PE license or ability to obtain within 12 months

Solid written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Experience with Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) and / or Illinois DOT projects and procedures

Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD bridge design code

Illinois SE license a plus

Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering

Experience with hydraulic design for bridges and roadway design

Experience with MicroStation and / or AutoCAD a plus

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