Illinois Bridge Leader

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!  In 2025, we acquired Veenstra & Kimm, a dedicated team of engineers with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences, dedicated to one goal: Creating a brighter future for your community. 

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.

We are currently seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Sr. Structural Engineer to join our growing Illinois structural team. This is an outstanding opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working on complex structural projects while making a lasting impact on communities we serve.

Whether designing new structures, evaluating existing structures, or collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you'll play a key role in delivering safe, innovative, and cost effective engineering solutions. 

• →Design and analyze steel, concrete, timber, and masonry buildings and bridges 
• →Prepare structural calculations, plans, specifications, and technical reports
• →Perform structural inspections and condition assessments
• →Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and public agencies
• →Review construction submittals and respond to field questions 
• →Participate in project planning, budgeting, estimating, and scheduling 
• →Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, AASHTO, IDOT, and industry standards 
• →Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 15+ years or more experience in the design of bridge and/or buildings
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design principles
• Ability to communicate with clients utilizing excellent written and verbal skills

• Experience with bridges, transportation structures, municipal facilities, commercial buildings, or public infrastructure 
• Familiarity with Illinois Department of Transportation policies and procedures 
• Illinois SE license or progress toward SE licensure
• Experience using AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley Connect Open Roads Software, and/or AASHTOware bridge rating software, or other bridge design software such as MDX

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Illinois Pay Transparency Law.  Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:  

Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.