Structural Engineer

GSG Consultants, Inc. offers a benefits-forward Structural Engineer role based in Schaumburg, IL, onsite. The position provides a competitive salary range of USD 120,000 to 140,000 per year, with the opportunity to lead planning, design, and delivery of diverse building and infrastructure projects. You will act as a technical resource, project manager, and client liaison, with potential to oversee multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, contribute to business development, and support the firm’s continued growth.

GSG Consultants, Inc. is a leading professional design firm delivering civil engineering and environmental services to state, county, municipal, and private clients. With a team of over 150 technical professionals, GSG supports planning, design, and construction for new infrastructure developments, expansions, and renovations across the Midwest. GSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering projects from concept development through construction completion.
• Plan, analyze, and design structural systems for commercial, institutional, industrial, municipal, transportation, and other building projects.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, specifications, technical reports, construction documents, and engineering studies.
• Design structures utilizing structural steel, reinforced and post-tensioned concrete, masonry, timber, and foundation systems.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate with architects, civil engineers, MEP consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Utilize structural analysis and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software for design and project execution.
• Provide technical leadership, quality assurance, and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Conduct peer reviews and oversee compliance with applicable building codes and industry standards.
• Collaborate with clients to understand project goals and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Support proposal preparation, client development, and business growth initiatives.
• Prepare material takeoffs, cost estimates, and engineering opinions of probable construction costs.
• Participate in construction administration activities.
• Conduct field investigations, condition assessments, and structural evaluations of existing facilities.
• Support forensic investigations, rehabilitation projects, and structural assessments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; SE license or completion of the NCEES SE exam preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive structural engineering experience.
• Technical proficiency with MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Revit, plus industry-standard structural software.
• Demonstrated experience leading structural design projects and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical background in the analysis and design of steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and foundation systems.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment.

Technologies

• MicroStation
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Building Information Modeling (BIM) software

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance