Engineer II - Structural
Company: Chicago Transit Authority
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Engineer II - Structural - ( 23000067 )
Description
Salary
$33.892 - $48.416
POSITION SUMMARY
Under supervision, performs structural engineering work of moderate
complexity involving the selection and application of structural
engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria for the design,
construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure,
track structures, and facilities.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1
Reviews shop drawings, design drawings, and specifications for
compliance with structural engineering principles and applicable
policies, codes, and ordinances.
2
Prepares design drawings, calculations, and specifications for
projects of small to moderate size and ensures compliance with
structural engineering principles and applicable policies, codes,
and ordinances.
3
Coordinates structural design and analysis of rapid transit
elevated structures, bridges, buildings and related facilities.
4
Conducts inspections of work sites to assess project status,
identify potential problems, ensure compliance with project
documents, standards and codes, and recommends solutions to
problems that will keep projects within scope and budget.
5
Conducts inspections of existing infrastructure to identify
potential problems, ensure compliance with standards and codes, and
recommend solutions to identified problems.
6
Research information to provide logical comprehensive solutions to
moderately complex design, and construction problems.
7
Maintains project records and prepares comprehensive reports on
inspections, investigations, and tests.
8
Assists senior level engineers in planning, developing, and
coordinating projects.
9
Performs related duties as assigned.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to this position are the following jobs:
Job Title
CHALLENGES
Interacting with a diverse workforce.
Designing structures for maximum useful life to limit the
disruption to our passengers.
Keeping abreast of changes in scientific knowledge and engineering
technology and utilizing changes in solving theoretical or
practical structural engineering problems.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with a
Structural Engineering concentration or a related field plus three
(3) years of experience in Structural Engineering, or an equivalent
combination of education and experience relating to this
position.
Must be a registered Engineer-in-Training, having passed the
Fundamentals of Engineering Exam.
Certification for Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (NHI)
preferred.
Valid State of Illinois Driver's License.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires remaining stationary for extended periods of time and
constantly operating a computer and other office productivity
machinery.
Must be able to move and maneuver up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to traverse track on elevated structures, in subway
tunnels and at grade conditions, after proper safety training.
Must be able to operate an aerial lift, after proper safety
training.
Chicago Transit Authority requires all employees to be COVID-19
vaccinated. If you are offered employment, you must provide proof
of full COVID-19 vaccination or proof that you are in the process
of becoming fully vaccinated as part of the hiring process and as a
condition of employment. Visit www.transitchicago.com/careers
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Detailed knowledge of Structural Engineering principles, methods,
and techniques.
Working knowledge of construction materials, methods, and
techniques.
Working knowledge of municipal codes and ordinances as applied to
the design, construction, and maintenance of transportation
infrastructure, track structures, and facilities.
Good research, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Good critical thinking skills to assess how one change can affect
the entire project.
Intermediate skill using Auto Cad to create drawings for
permitting.
Intermediate skill using personal computer, engineering
applications, and data management software.
Ability to apply structural engineering knowledge to moderately
complex structural engineering problems with versatility, judgment,
and perception.
Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate moderately
complex structural engineering problems and provide practical and
cost effective solutions.
Ability to work well with others.
WORKING CONDITIONS
General office environment
Travels within the Chicago Metropolitan area when conducting field
inspections and meetings.
Subject to prevailing weather conditions when conducting field
inspections.
Occasionally required to travel out of the Chicago Metropolitan
area to meet with suppliers, manufacturers, complete training,
etc.
Occasionally exposed to electrically energized conductors, moving
trains, and other hazardous conditions.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED
Standard office equipment
Computer - including programs, e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point,
Database, Auto Cad, calculators, local/national codes, CTA and
national standards, STAAD-PRO.
Ladders, fall-protection harness, aerial lifts, and measuring
tools.
Additional Details:
Please note, employees and/or union members will be given priority
consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor
contracts.
Rate to be determined by applicant's entered service date and
service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.
CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated
against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital
status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age,
unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status
protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona
fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to
providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting
the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations
for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for
employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would
result. If you require an accommodation in the application or
hiring process, please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to the
submission of your application or upon notification of your actual
test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation
can be provided.
TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY
INCLUDING:
UPLOADED RESUME / WORK HISTORY
QUALIFICATIONS
JOB ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS
INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE AND TRUTHFUL.
Primary Location : USA-Illinois-Chicago
Job : Engineering
Job Posting : May 19, 2023, 2:05:59 PM
Position Type: : Full-time Permanent (FTP)
Req ID: 23000067
Keywords: Chicago Transit Authority, Chicago , Engineer II - Structural, Engineering , Chicago, Illinois
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