Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer ID 2026-9637 Category Professional Position Type Regular Full-Time Location : Location US-IL-Springfield Additional Locations US-IL-Bolingbrook | US-IL-Rock Island Job Description Take Your Design Career to the Next Level Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

In 2025, we acquired Veenstra & Kimm , a dedicated team of engineers with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences, dedicated to one goal: Creating a brighter future for your community.

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.

Step into Your New Role We are currently seeking a full-time Structural Engineer to join our team. Our team works with private companies on commercial projects, as well as with State and Local Government on bridge and transportation related projects.

We are looking for a candidate with excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills to assist our current staff in serving our clients.

Our preferred location would be in our Springfield, Illinois office but we will consider strong candidates in our Bolingbrook or Rock Island office.

This position will collaborate with our structural team members across our organization. V&K BENEFITS Benefits available 30 days following date of employment, includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, plus additional supplemental insurances Clothing allowance 401k with company match Paid Time Off and 9 paid holidays Paid training and development on and off-site RESPONSIBILITIES Structural design and detailing for bridge projects Work with teams participating in planning, design and construction of structural projects, with future opportunities to lead project teams Client contact including verbal and written communication Ability to complete projects on time and within budget Periodic on-site construction observation REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering 5 years or more experience in structural engineering Illinois SE license or ability to obtain within 12 months Solid written and verbal communication skills PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Experience with Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) and/or Illinois DOT projects and procedures Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD bridge design code Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering Experience with hydraulic design for bridges and roadway design Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD a plus Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Progress with an Employer that Values You Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination.

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Illinois Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Salary Range: $85,280-$109,188. Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths.