Senior Structural Engineer - Decatur, IL

General Characteristics:

A structural engineer that is fully competent in all conventional types of industrial design projects.  Must be able to work independently and complete all aspects of structural design and detailing in a given project.                                                                                                                                                                                
Knowledge:

The job requires a comprehensive knowledge of steel structures, concrete structures, and foundation design.  A working knowledge of masonry and wood design would be a plus.

Direction Received:

Independently performs most assignments with instructions as to the general results expected.  Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects. 

Typical Duties & Responsibilities:Plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scopePerforms work which involves conventional engineering practices but may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and difficult coordination requirementsWork requires a broad knowledge of precedents in the specialty area and a good knowledge of related specialties; recommends changes in proceduresReviews progress with managementResponsibilities for Directions of Others:May supervise a few engineers and/or technicians on specific assignmentsCommunication Skills: Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills; must be familiar with report preparationEducation:Bachelor of Science Degree: Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering or Architectural with structural engineering emphasisMaster Degree is equivalent to one-year of experienceExperience:Generally requires 5 to 10 years of related experienceLicensure: The applicant should have a Professional Engineer’s license with a structural specialty to allow the practice of structural engineeringAlternately, the applicant may have a Structural Engineering license issued from a state that requires a separate structural license to practice structural engineering, eg., Illinois
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ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.  Relocation assistance is available for this position.

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