Bridge Structural Engineer Job at Baxter & Woodman, Inc., Chicago, IL

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  • Baxter & Woodman, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Your future position: Bridge Structural Engineer

Choose your location: Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, Mokena, Peoria Heights or Bannockburn, IL offices, Hybrid, or Fully Remote

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Structural Engineer in any one of our Illinois offices. This position will primarily consist of bridge and retaining wall planning and design engineering, on a variety of transportation projects throughout our national service area. In addition to traditional design and inspection, our structural engineers support our Construction and Design-Build groups across our entire service area working for State, County, and Local Agencies. This team-oriented position will include working with Baxter & Woodman’s diverse disciplines and offices within the transportation and construction fields.

What your day-to-day will look like

  • Complete bridge and retaining wall design plans following IDOT, Illinois Tollway, other state DOT, and AASHTO standards.
  • Complete or assist with IDOT or Local Agency Federal Aid Phase I and II projects for a variety of clients.
  • Lead or assist with a variety of structural engineering studies in Illinois, Wisconsin, Florida and Texas.
  • Complete general structural engineering services for municipal, county and state clients including inspections, evaluation reports, and plan reviews.

Education/Certification Requirements

  • B.S. degree in Civil Engineering.

Must-haves, what you will bring

  • 5+ years’ experience completing Structural Engineering design plans and studies.
  • Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s Illinois service areas (own transportation) and attend client and in office meetings as required.
  • Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.
  • Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
  • Work within a Team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Licensed Professional Engineer preferred.
  • Licensed Structural Engineer preferred.
  • Proficiency with MicroStation design software.

Compensation The pay range for this role is $90,000 to $130,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, and cancer. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Work from home, Flexible hours

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