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Stanley Consultants

Bridge Engineer

Stanley Consultants, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Company Overview Stanley Consultants is a global engineering‑consulting firm dedicated to client experience, culture and ethics. With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation and water sectors, we solve complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected world. We are employee‑owned, forward‑looking, and committed to technology, innovation and resiliency.

Job Title Bridge Engineer

Location Chicago, IL

Job Type Hybrid, Onsite

Responsibilities

Perform structural engineering design and analysis for steel and concrete bridges, walls, culverts and sign structures under the guidance of senior engineers.

Develop plans, specifications and estimates in collaboration with CADD teams for preliminary and final bridge designs.

Demonstrate familiarity with Illinois DOT, Illinois Tollway and Chicago DOT standards and procedures, ensuring compliance with agency requirements.

Perform engineering calculations for superstructure and substructure components, including girders, piers, abutments, retaining walls and deep foundations.

Coordinate with clients and stakeholders (Illinois DOT, Illinois Tollway) to support project progress and resolve technical inquiries.

Participate in technical meetings and discussions, assisting in problem‑solving for unique structural challenges.

Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs and provide construction support under the guidance of senior engineers.

Collaborate with bridge engineering teams across Stanley Consultants locations to enhance technical knowledge sharing and project execution.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).

Ability to obtain a Structural Engineer (SE) license within two years; an active Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in structural/bridge engineering design.

Familiarity with Illinois DOT, Illinois Tollway and Chicago DOT standards and procedures.

Experience with bridge design, load rating and inspection of various structure types.

Experience in bridge load rating analyses using AASHTO LRFR and LFR; familiarity with NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards) is a plus.

Design experience using AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI and other North American design codes; familiarity with AREMA design codes is a plus.

Proficiency in structural engineering software (Midas Civil, CSi Bridge, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, LEAP Bridge, MDX, LEAP LPIPE) and in Mathcad and Excel for hand calculations.

Experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads/Bridge Modeler for CAD production and plan preparation.

Strong verbal and written communication skills; experience coordinating with clients, preparing technical reports and responding to RFIs and submittals.

Benefits

Member‑owned culture with profit‑sharing and stock ownership.

Work‑life balance and flexible schedules, including a hybrid arrangement and optional compressed workweek.

Paid time off, parental leave, professional development leave and generous holidays.

Comprehensive health portfolio (medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, wellness and mental‑health resources).

Financial health benefits: life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, identity‑theft protection.

Tuition assistance, professional society membership and other professional growth opportunities.

Competitive compensation with 401(k) match, incentive compensation and profit‑sharing contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanley Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for pay‑related inquiries, except where legally required. See 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c) for details.

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