Structural Engineer IV Chicago

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Structural Engineer IV Chicago to join our growing Facilities Engineering group.  Build what’s next with Lake Superior Consulting! As a Structural Engineer IV, you’ll lead complex engineering projects and play a key role in developing innovative solutions for our clients. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, apply advanced technical expertise, and collaborate with engineers and other disciplines to bring challenging designs from concept through completion. This senior-level role is ideal for an experienced structural engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, leading project teams, and serving as a technical resource and mentor to others. You’ll work on meaningful projects across a variety of industries while helping ensure safe, practical, and high-quality engineering solutions. Responsibilities:  Perform structural design and analysis calculations using governing codes and standards, engineering formulas, skills, and experience.  Provide leadership and guidance to more junior engineers while executing a variety of structural engineering tasks.  Capable of working within or leading a multi-disciplinary engineering project team.  Layout and detail entire projects as an Engineer of Record or portions of projects under the supervision of the Engineer of Record  Provide CAD drawings or sketches to incorporate in drawings by Designers/Drafters  Research design options and document findings for Engineer of Record  Review shop drawings  Assume the lead engineer’s role on assigned projects  Develop construction cost estimates  Direct and supervise other Designer’s/Drafter’s activities as needed  Attend and participate in client meetings as a Subject Matter Expert (SME)  Perform field activities such as observing and recording existing field conditions, taking and verifying measurements within project area  Organize, draft, and coordinate technical documents  Serve as the project engineer by leading design and engineering effort, and managing proposed schedule and budget throughout each project  Work either independently or closely with others in a team environment on construction plans with clients, architects, and other professionals  Present technical aspects of a project and structural design approach to technical and non-technical individuals  Maintain a comprehensive knowledge and appreciation of all applicable engineering codes and practices  Position Requirements:  Education, Certifications/Licenses, Experience:  Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited university  5+ years’ experience as a structural engineer  PE preferred, EIT required  Knowledge, skills, and abilities: History of successful completion of projects  Ability to work independently and in close collaboration with others  Preferred experience with engineering and/ design software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks, Civil…