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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Associate Structural Engineer — Power Generation to support structural design and analysis activities on power generation projects in Chicago, IL. This role is an early-career, technically focused engineering position working under general supervision to produce engineering deliverables, develop technical skills, and contribute to multidisciplinary project teams.

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Key Responsibilities

• Continually learn and apply departmental design guides, standards, systems, and applicable engineering codes to assigned work.
• Prepare increasingly complex engineering deliverables and calculations using standard methods and principles.
• Perform research and develop recommendations for equipment and material selection.
• Collect, assimilate, and manage engineering data for design tasks.
• Support coordination with project leadership and other disciplines on less complex projects.
• Assign tasks and provide mentorship to entry-level professionals and interns as experience grows.
• Support quality, continuous improvement, and change management efforts.
• Assist with client communication and may support business development pursuits.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related engineering degree) from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 1 year of related engineering work experience.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records check, subject to applicable laws.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or experience in structural analysis and design for power generation facilities.
• Experience with structural modeling, hand calculations, and familiarity with relevant codes (e.g., ASCE, AISC).
• Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary project teams and communicate technical concepts clearly.

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Skills & Tools

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Technical proficiency with structural analysis tools (e.g., SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro) — beneficial but not required.
• Proficiency in preparing engineering calculations and technical documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet schedule and quality requirements.

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Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Primarily office-based engineering work with occasional site visits as required by project needs.
• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants with disability; applicants may contact the client for accessibility assistance.

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Compensation

• Estimated annual pay (Adzuna estimate): $61,540 per year (estimated). This represents an independent estimate and is provided for candidate reference only.

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Benefits & Culture

• Competitive benefits package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement/401(k) with company match; paid time off; tuition assistance; and employee development programs. Specific benefits are provided by the hiring organization.
• Confidential Client emphasizes safety, collaboration, professional growth, and inclusion.

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Applicant Screening & Legal Notices

• All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. where required by law. Confidential Client does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.
• Background checks and other pre-employment screenings may be required in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Confidential Client complies with all relevant Equal Employment Opportunity laws.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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