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Illinois Bridge Leader

Kleinfelder


Job Location:

Springfield, VT - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 110000 - 150000
Posted: 12 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 highimpact solutions.

Step into Your New Role

We are currently seeking a motivated detail-oriented Sr. Structural Engineer to join our growing Illinois structural team. This is an outstanding opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working on complex structural projects while making a lasting impact on communities we serve.

Whether designing new structures evaluating existing structures or collaborating with multidisciplinary teams youll play a key role in delivering safe innovative and cost effective engineering solutions.

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
  • Design and analyze steel concrete timber and masonry buildings and bridges
  • Prepare structural calculations plans specifications and technical reports
  • Perform structural inspections and condition assessments
  • Collaborate with architects engineers contractors and public agencies
  • Review construction submittals and respond to field questions
  • Participate in project planning budgeting estimating and scheduling
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes AASHTO IDOT and industry standards
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence
REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • 15 years or more experience in the design of bridge and/or buildings
  • Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design principles
  • Ability to communicate with clients utilizing excellent written and verbal skills
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • Experience with bridges transportation structures municipal facilities commercial buildings or public infrastructure
  • Familiarity with Illinois Department of Transportation policies and procedures
  • Illinois SE license or progress toward SE licensure
  • Experience using AutoCAD Revit Bentley Connect Open Roads Software and/or AASHTOware bridge rating software or other bridge design software such as MDX

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:$110000 - $150000

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. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity equity and inclusion comes creativity innovation and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

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. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume including those submitted to hiring managers are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.


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