About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Entry‑Level Engineer for their Building Technology team in Chicago, IL. In this hands‑on role you will support building envelope design, evaluation, investigation, and repair design under the direction of licensed engineers.

• Assist with new design and evaluation of existing building envelopes and façade systems
• Perform field investigations that may include climbing ladders and scaffolds and working at heights
• Visit multiple job sites by car to collect field data and observe construction conditions
• Support preparation of drawings, repair details, reports, and technical specifications
• Learn to apply principles of materials science, moisture control, and structural behavior to building enclosures
• Collaborate with project teams, communicate findings to clients and colleagues, and contribute to technical deliverables

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What You’ll Need

• Bachelor of Architectural Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 0–5 years of relevant experience; Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred
• Demonstrated interest in building construction, building enclosures, or building technology
• Comfortable with field work, including climbing ladders/scaffolds and working at heights
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Problem‑solving orientation, attention to detail, and a teachable mindset
• Preferred experience (not required): AutoCAD, Revit, industrial rope access/rock climbing, mechanical repair, or prior construction experience

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Compensation & Benefits

The posting includes a good‑faith salary estimate per applicable pay‑transparency guidance:

• Base salary estimate: $79,560 — $85,280 USD (annual). Actual offer will depend on experience and qualifications.

Benefits (eligible employees) include:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays) and paid parental leave
• Profit‑sharing and 401(k) with discretionary company contribution
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with substantial company contribution
• Short‑ and long‑term disability (company paid)
• Basic life and AD&D (company paid); optional life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and more

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Location & Travel

• Office: Chicago, IL (work requires local field visits and travel to job sites by car)
• This is a full‑time position requiring on‑site and field work; not remote.

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Why Join

• Work with experienced engineers on technically challenging projects involving building performance and durability
• Strong focus on mentorship, professional development, and continuous learning
• Opportunities to build hands‑on field and design skills early in your career

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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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.