Thornton Tomasetti is hiring: HR Business Partner in Chicago

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

The Role

We’re looking for an HR Business Partner who thrives on learning, building trust, fostering strong relationships, and contributing to a positive workplace culture. In this role, you’ll work with Senior HR Business Partners and business leaders on employee relations, policy guidance, and day-to-day HR processes. You’ll bring both empathy and strategic thinking to the table—helping our people grow, supporting our leaders, and strengthening our culture. If you’re passionate about people, enjoy solving complex challenges with a human touch, and want to make a meaningful impact while learning from experienced mentors in a collaborative environment, this is the role for you.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior HRBPs in handling employee relations matters.
• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers, aligning HR strategies with business priorities.
• Assist managers with performance management conversations and documentation.
• Partner with colleagues across the Talent team to deliver forward-thinking initiatives that strengthen culture and employee experience.
• Facilitate change management initiatives, ensuring employees feel supported during times of transition.
• Build a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous growth, supporting both employees and leadership.
• Maintain accuracy and confidentiality in HRIS (Workday) and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in an HR Business Partner role.
• A degree in Human Resources, Business Operations, Psychology.
• Experience with a HRIS, ideally Workday.
• General knowledge of employee relations and an ability to manage sensitive matters with care and discretion.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills. You’re approachable, humble, and collaborative.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, professional environment while balancing multiple priorities.

Compensation

The rate for this position generally is $80,000 - $100,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the Illinois State Pay Transparency Law and is based on what a successful Illinois State applicant might be paid. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location, comparison to employees already in the role, and other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&DD, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Other various wellness, diversity/inclusion, and employee resource programs and initiatives

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Human Resources

Industries: Design Services