Engineer I, Civil/Structural

Zachry Group

. Support senior engineers with planning, preparing and developing detailed design and specifications for major and complex structures, systems and equipment.

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeDowners Grove • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $75,400 - $106,145 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Civil and Structural Engineering, focusing on the design of concrete foundations and structural steel for power plants. Proficient in using Civil Structural Engineering Software to develop detailed designs and specifications while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Civil EngineeringStructural Engineering DesignCivil Structural Engineering SoftwareMaterial Take OffsProject Planning And Budgeting

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Hard Skills

Concrete Foundation DesignStructural Steel DesignDetailed Design SpecificationsShop Drawing ReviewEngineering Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

STAAD ProRISA

Industry Keywords

Power PlantsCivil EngineeringStructural EngineeringProject Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support senior engineers with planning, preparing and developing detailed design and specifications for major and complex structures, systems and equipment.
Design concrete foundations for support of equipment and buildings in power plants.
Design structural steel for power plants including platforms, pipe racks, and pipe and electrical supports.
Perform material take offs of steel and concrete structures.
Develop project specifications.
Review shop drawings.
Participate in project planning and preparation of budgets and estimates.
Serve in a technical capacity to provide solutions to complex engineering problems within the Civil / Structural department.
Coordinate with other internal engineering disciplines on project designs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering.
Minimum of 1 year of work-related industry experience.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent presentation and communication skills required.
Proficient with Civil Structural Engineering Software (STAAD Pro, RISA).
Must possess permanent authorization to work in the USA without the need of sponsorship now or in the future. (No Student Visas).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Other ancillary benefits through Zachry’s Total Employee Rewards Program
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan