Graduate Structural Engineer
HBK Engineering, LLC is a professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL, specializing in various engineering services. The Graduate Structural Engineer will design engineering systems for utility projects, manage the design lifecycle, and address complex challenges related to structural and civil engineering.
Responsibilities
- Apply engineering theories, techniques and analysis to structural and geotechnical engineering designs
- Perform calculations and prepare sketches and/or AutoCAD drawings for design operations
- Work on new and existing wood, masonry, steel, and concrete structures
- Work on foundations, deep shaft and trench excavations as well as temporary and permanent earth retention systems/structures
- Assist drafters in developing designs using drafting tools or computer-assisted design (CAD) or drafting equipment and software
- Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements
- Prepare technical memos, reports, construction specifications, and other written documentation summarizing engineering analyses and/or conclusions
- Read and interpret drawings, calculations, schematics, field observations and reports
- Conduct structural investigations, field inspections, and engineering analysis
- Perform conceptual and value engineering with emphasis on constructability issues
Skills
- B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on civil / structural / geotechnical engineering required
- 0-3 years' experience in structural and/or geotechnical engineering required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required
- Knowledge of industry design codes including AISC, ASCE, and IBC required
- Proficiency in Mathcad and/or RISA
- Fundamental knowledge of principles of structural engineering
- Ability to travel as needed
- M.S. Degree in Civil/Structural engineering preferred
- EIT Certification
- Structural design experience
- Fundamental knowledge of temporary construction systems, geotechnical engineering, soil and rock mechanics, earthquake engineering, and groundwater hydrology
- Prior internship experience is a plus
- Construction experience is a plus
- Surveying experience is a plus
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities in utility engineering design and project risk management
- Enhanced client communication and reporting experience
- Hands-on experience with industry-standard software and design tools
- Field experience through walkdowns and stakeholder interactions
- Travel opportunities for project work and professional growth
- Collaborative work environment with project management and engineering leadership
- Clear career progression pathway within the HBK Organization's Engineering Track
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Continued foundation for pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
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