GRAEF a leading U.S. consulting firm has been providing exceptional careers and quality engineering planning and design services to our clients since 1961. We recognize that the best workplaces are filled with technically excellent innovative creative and highly motivated people and are proud to be named a 2024 Top Workplace.GRAEF is more than just a business. We are a committed employer and community member. We invest in our employees as we do our clients providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. GRAEF values exciting work and lasting relationships we embody values that speak to loyalty service quality and integrity and we strive to grow with these ideas leading the way. Were looking for people who agree that in addition to technical excellence its all about relationshipsAs our Bridge team continues to grow we have a new opportunity for a technicalBridge Engineerin ourChicago OHare office. The ideal candidate will work as part of a talented experienced team todesign bridges and other roadway structures.This position offers numerous project challenges and an opportunity to become part of a well-established technical group.As a Bridge Engineer at GRAEF enjoy responsibilities likeLeading the design and preparation of plans specifications and estimates for bridges per IDOT and Tollway requirements.Working closely with professional engineers to perform structural analysis and design with a concentration on Illinois Highway and Tollway structures.Reviewing of shop drawings and structural inspection of bridges and highway structures.Leading design meetings and coordinate with team members.Mentoring training and developing junior staff.Applies up-to-date standard bridge inspection techniques to complete NBIS routine bridge inspection for IDOT.To be considered for our Structural Bridge Engineer position we are seeking candidates who meet the following basic qualificationsA bachelors degree in civil engineering with Structural emphasis in course work such as Reinforced Concrete Design Prestressed Concrete Design and Steel Design courses. Masters degree is a plus.Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in the structural design or inspection of bridges using IDOT standards. Candidates with greater experience are encouraged to apply as well. CDOT and Tollway experience is a plus.Bridge inspection experience and qualification as per FHWA. Team Leader certification with IDOT is preferred.Successful completion of the National Highway Institute NHI training course 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges" or 130056 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers" is required.Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design programs preferred. Working knowledge of MicroStation programs.Registration as a PE in IL is required.Registration as an SE in IL required or ability to obtain within one year of employment.Previous business development and project management experience is a plus.Why GRAEF We are proud to offer you a complete benefit package to includeThe salary range for this position is 110000-155000. Salary to be determined by the applicants education experience and skill set as well as internal and external equity.Relocation assistanceTraining Mentorship and Leadership Development ProgramsA team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaborationFlexible HoursHybrid ScheduleEmbed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supportParental LeavePaid Time OffMedicalDentalVision InsuranceLife InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending PlansRetirement Savings PlanEmployee Stock Ownership Plan ESOPTuition ReimbursementCasual DressAn Equal Opportunity EmployerAffirmative Action Employer - DisabledVets Accessibility If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone 414-259-1500 Email GRAEFjobsgraef-usa.comAn Equal Opportunity EmployerAffirmative Action Employer - DisabledVetsIf you want to view the Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster please choose your languageEnglish - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese If you want to view the EEO is the Law Supplement poster please choose your languageEnglish - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement please click the link EnglishView Company InformationTo see other positions click here.