Title: Sr Design Engineer
Location: Westmont, IL
Job Summary:
The Senior Design Engineer is responsible for the structural design, analysis, and project management of precast and prestressed concrete systems. This role leads engineering calculations, oversees shop drawings, supports production, and ensures compliance with ACI, PCI, and IBC standards. You’ll act as a technical leader, mentoring junior engineers, driving innovation, and improving engineering processes, tools, and efficiency. This position plays a key role in delivering safe, high-quality, and cost-effective structural solutions.
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
- Perform advanced structural analysis and design for precast and prestressed concrete components and systems
- Manage multiple engineering projects through design, submittal, production, and construction phases
- Prepare, review, and seal structural calculations and shop drawings (reinforcement, connections, erection, transport)
- Ensure designs comply with ACI, PCI, IBC, and local building codes
- Lead engineering calculations, reviews, and QA/QC processes
- Develop value engineering solutions and optimize design for cost, efficiency, and constructability
- Create camber control plans, lifting/handling strategies, and shipping solutions
- Review submittals and resolve non-conformances and technical issues
- Collaborate with project managers, drafters, architects, contractors, and production teams
- Serve as a technical liaison for customers and internal stakeholders
- Support sales and estimating teams with design expertise and bid development
- Lead research & development of new precast/prestressed products
- Develop and improve engineering tools, templates, and calculation software workflows
- Mentor and supervise junior engineers, designers, and interns
- Provide field and plant support for prestressing operations, lifting devices, and production challenges
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.
Education & Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on precast/prestressed concrete design
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required; ability to obtain multi-state licensure and/or Illinois Structural Engineer (SE)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, RISA-3D, Concise, or similar structural analysis software
- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) preferred
- Strong knowledge of PCI standards and precast fabrication methods
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to manage deadlines, multiple priorities, and fast-paced projects
- Willingness to travel to project sites and production facilities as needed
- Direct experience with precast concrete design and detailing
- Advanced expertise in PCI design standards and fabrication processes
- Proven experience leading engineering teams and mentoring staff
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and clients
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise levels in the work environment are high and hearing protection may be required.
This role includes time in the office, production facilities, and active construction sites. Exposure may include noise, vibration, moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and variable weather conditions typical of construction environments.
Physical & Mental Demands:
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
- Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate effectively, and safely perform job duties.
- May require the operation of specific tools, equipment, or vehicles associated with the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to foster an inclusive and diverse workplace culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity and believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve success. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment and employment process for everyone.
Pay: From $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Will you now or in the future require work visa transfer, sponsorship, or lottery submission?
Education:
Experience:
- precast concrete design and detailing: 1 year (Preferred)
- precast/prestressed concrete design: 10 years (Preferred)
- structural engineering: 10 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Westmont, IL 60559 (Required)
Work Location: In person
