Structural Engineer

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 aquired 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 full-time Structural Engineer to join our  team. Our team works with private companies on commercial projects, as well as with State and Local Government on bridge and transportation related projects. We are looking for a candidate with excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills to assist our current staff in serving our clients. Our preferred location would be in our Springfield, Illinois office but we will consider strong candidates in our Bolingbrook or Rock Island office. This position will collaborate with our structural team members across our organization.

• →Structural design and detailing for bridge projects
• →Work with teams participating in planning, design and construction of structural projects, with future opportunities to lead project teams
• →Client contact including verbal and written communication
• →Ability to complete projects on time and within budget 
• →Periodic on-site construction observation

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 5 years or more experience in structural engineering
• Illinois SE license or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Solid written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) and/or Illinois DOT projects and procedures 
• Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD bridge design code
• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering 
• Experience with hydraulic design for bridges and roadway design
• Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD a plus

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:  

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