STV Inc.
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Chicago, Illinoistime type:
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JR4464STV Incorporated is seeking a **Senior Structural Engineer (S.E.)** with a focus on highway, **rail and transit infrastructure** to join our growing **Transportation Practice** in Chicago, IL. This role is ideal for a technically driven structural engineer with **12+ years of experience** who is passionate about delivering **high-quality bridge designs and structural solutions** and thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. This role will support both of STV’s National Practices in Rail and Bridge Design.STV is a nationally recognized leader in the design of rail, transit, and roadway systems. Based in Chicago, our Rail and Transportation Team partners with Class I freight railroads and major passenger agencies—including Amtrak, CTA, and Metra—as well as departments of transportation and municipal clients. We provide structural design, roadway and rail design, inspection, and construction support for signature infrastructure projects locally and nationwide. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with a deep bench of technical experts and lead transformative projects that enhance both rail and roadway connectivity across the United States.**Key Responsibilities:****Project Leadership & Delivery:*** Lead and manage structural design and analysis of bridges, culverts, platforms, retaining walls, and other related structures for highway and railroad clients.* Serve as technical lead on structural tasks from **planning through final design and into construction support*** Perform structural modeling, load ratings, and analysis using software such as **MIDAS, LARSA, SAP2000, CSI Bridge, STAAD, and Mathcad*** Ensure structural designs comply with **AREMA**, **AASHTO LRFD**, IDOT, and client-specific design standards* Develop structural plans, specifications, and cost estimates for design-bid-build and design-build project delivery* Perform bridge inspections and prepare inspection reports and load ratings for freight and passenger rail clients* Serve as Client Representative for select railroad clients, reviewing and/or overseeing design efforts on their behalf.**Technical Development & Oversight:*** Review and approve structural calculations, technical memos, and submittals* Coordinate closely with CAD designers and engineering support staff using **MicroStation and AutoCAD*** Contribute to the development and implementation of **design templates and QA/QC tools** to improve delivery consistency and efficiency* Support constructability reviews and provide on-site construction observation and field support when necessary**Team Leadership & Mentorship:*** Mentor junior and mid-level structural engineers, reviewing technical deliverables and guiding design decisions* Work with project managers, group leads, and other disciplines to define scope, schedule, and resource plans* Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation in daily operations**Required Qualifications:*** B.S. in Civil Engineering (M.S. in Structural Engineering preferred)* **Illinois Professional Engineer license required.*** **Illinois Structural Engineer (S.E.) license** required (or ability to obtain)* 12+ years of structural engineering experience, with a strong emphasis on bridge infrastructure.* Demonstrated knowledge of **AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering**, **AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications**, and related agency guidelines* Strong analytical, structural design, and problem-solving skills* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset**Preferred Experience:*** Prior experience **managing structural components of highway and rail bridge projects*** Familiarity with structural design software* Working knowledge of CAD tools: MicroStation, AutoCAD* Field inspection or construction experience on rail or bridge projects* Experience supporting multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure teams with tight deadlines and innovative deliverablesCompensation Range:$112,253.66 - $149,671.54STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (16 days) • Paid Holidays (8 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society MembershipsSTV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 60 offices and 3,200 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 34th in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 11th in its transportation category.STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm.We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations.Learn more at. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Chicago, Illinoistime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
JR4464STV Incorporated is seeking a **Senior Structural Engineer (S.E.)** with a focus on highway, **rail and transit infrastructure** to join our growing **Transportation Practice** in Chicago, IL. This role is ideal for a technically driven structural engineer with **12+ years of experience** who is passionate about delivering **high-quality bridge designs and structural solutions** and thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. This role will support both of STV’s National Practices in Rail and Bridge Design.STV is a nationally recognized leader in the design of rail, transit, and roadway systems. Based in Chicago, our Rail and Transportation Team partners with Class I freight railroads and major passenger agencies—including Amtrak, CTA, and Metra—as well as departments of transportation and municipal clients. We provide structural design, roadway and rail design, inspection, and construction support for signature infrastructure projects locally and nationwide. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with a deep bench of technical experts and lead transformative projects that enhance both rail and roadway connectivity across the United States.**Key Responsibilities:****Project Leadership & Delivery:*** Lead and manage structural design and analysis of bridges, culverts, platforms, retaining walls, and other related structures for highway and railroad clients.* Serve as technical lead on structural tasks from **planning through final design and into construction support*** Perform structural modeling, load ratings, and analysis using software such as **MIDAS, LARSA, SAP2000, CSI Bridge, STAAD, and Mathcad*** Ensure structural designs comply with **AREMA**, **AASHTO LRFD**, IDOT, and client-specific design standards* Develop structural plans, specifications, and cost estimates for design-bid-build and design-build project delivery* Perform bridge inspections and prepare inspection reports and load ratings for freight and passenger rail clients* Serve as Client Representative for select railroad clients, reviewing and/or overseeing design efforts on their behalf.**Technical Development & Oversight:*** Review and approve structural calculations, technical memos, and submittals* Coordinate closely with CAD designers and engineering support staff using **MicroStation and AutoCAD*** Contribute to the development and implementation of **design templates and QA/QC tools** to improve delivery consistency and efficiency* Support constructability reviews and provide on-site construction observation and field support when necessary**Team Leadership & Mentorship:*** Mentor junior and mid-level structural engineers, reviewing technical deliverables and guiding design decisions* Work with project managers, group leads, and other disciplines to define scope, schedule, and resource plans* Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and innovation in daily operations**Required Qualifications:*** B.S. in Civil Engineering (M.S. in Structural Engineering preferred)* **Illinois Professional Engineer license required.*** **Illinois Structural Engineer (S.E.) license** required (or ability to obtain)* 12+ years of structural engineering experience, with a strong emphasis on bridge infrastructure.* Demonstrated knowledge of **AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering**, **AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications**, and related agency guidelines* Strong analytical, structural design, and problem-solving skills* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset**Preferred Experience:*** Prior experience **managing structural components of highway and rail bridge projects*** Familiarity with structural design software* Working knowledge of CAD tools: MicroStation, AutoCAD* Field inspection or construction experience on rail or bridge projects* Experience supporting multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure teams with tight deadlines and innovative deliverablesCompensation Range:$112,253.66 - $149,671.54STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (16 days) • Paid Holidays (8 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society MembershipsSTV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 60 offices and 3,200 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 34th in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 11th in its transportation category.STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm.We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations.Learn more at. #J-18808-Ljbffr