Senior Structural Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Structural Engineer role at TERRA Engineering, Ltd. Overview TERRA Engineering, Ltd. is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our team in Chicago, Milwaukee, Peoria, or St. Louis. This role focuses on design and analysis of buildings and transportation-related structures, ensuring compliance with codes, and providing technical leadership within the Structural Department. Base pay range $98,500.00/yr - $128,000.00/yr You Are An Experienced Structural Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience with buildings and transportation related structures looking to join our Structural Department. Technically sound in all aspects of the design and analysis of proposed and existing structures to ensure compliance with necessary codes. Knowledgeable of structural engineering codes, standards and design processes. Experienced in providing technical advice to engineers and architects on field related issues. Willing to work and coordinate with other staff as needed to meet project requirements. You Will Advise engineering team and perform engineering computations to analyze and design structural members to ensure applicability with the necessary codes. Develop design concepts and alternatives, evaluate and study, establish design criteria, and recommend solutions. Perform inspections and investigations of structures including bridges, buildings and earth retaining structures. Approve alternative methods for construction procedures or changes in field. Develop and meet project requirements for schedule, budget and construction cost estimates. Prepare proposals for new work, and develop project scope, schedule and budget. Interact with clients and represent the company. Provide mentorship and training to structural staff. Oversee and coordinate the technical/structural aspects of the project. Advise and oversee the engineering team in preparing design calculations, cost estimates, and performs field visits as necessary. Advise and oversee the engineering team in preparing structural engineering contract documents including plans, specifications, cost estimates and other deliverables. Coordinate with other disciplines and designers to reach agreement about designs and to achieve project goals. Conduct Quality Control/Quality Assurance on projects. Perform other duties as required by Department Managers and Leadership. You Have B.S. or M.S in Structural Engineering or related fields (Required) A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience (Required) An Illinois Structural Engineer (SE) License (Required) Experience in structural engineering standards, codes, concepts, design criteria and procedures within the structural engineering industry The ability to exercise precise engineering judgment Strong computer skills for various software programs for structural analysis, preparation of plans, specifications, reports and other project deliverables Excellent communication skills and ability write technical reports The ability to develop stellar relationships with clients to ensure their satisfaction The ability to effectively present recommendations and results About TERRA Engineering Founded in 1992, TERRA Engineering, Ltd. (TERRA) is a woman-owned, full-service engineering firm that also offers Landscape Architecture and Land Surveying expertise. We provide quality services for client-specific solutions within scope, budget, and schedule. TERRA’s mission is to become the Professional Service firm of choice by empowering our employees to be innovative and socially responsible while achieving sustainable and profitable growth. Our multi-disciplinary team brings robust knowledge and diverse experience to our clients’ projects, while also providing innovative and sustainable solutions. Continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration are at the core of TERRA’s culture. We strive to create an environment in which all can comfortably and authentically express their thoughts and ideas and effectively engage with the organization. Each member of our team is an important part of TERRA’s success! Benefits Competitive salary Major medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account 401K and profit-sharing Bonus program Paid holidays and generous paid time off Public transportation reimbursement (Chicago-based employees) Opportunities for advancement A warm culture that is conducive to growth and professional development Equal Opportunity The employment policy of TERRA Engineering, Ltd. is to provide equal opportunity to all persons. Our company has a commitment to equal employment opportunity through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. TERRA Engineering, Ltd. will recruit, hire, train and promote qualified individuals in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, military and/or veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable laws. TERRA does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under applicable law. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Civil Engineering #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08