Hanson Values
Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation
If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.
Structural Engineer
Industry Market (Peoria, IL)
Hanson Values Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day - with opportunities to learn, grow, and advance - Hanson is the place to build your career. Our commitment to sustainability and responsible stewardship shapes our focus on client success and long‑term partnerships that strengthen our communities and environment. This position supports our Industry Market within the Building Structural Discipline, working on industrial, building, and facilities projects, as well as structural work across all Hanson markets. The role is based in Peoria, IL.
A Day in the Life of a Structural Engineer at Hanson
Here’s a snapshot of what you would do in this role:
- Support the structural needs of industrial sites and integrate structural design with civil, rail, and mechanical disciplines
- Perform complex engineering calculations and utilize structural design software for analysis and design
- Conduct structural analysis, prepare specifications, details, and construction plans
- Assist with site investigations, field reconnaissance, modeling, construction document preparation, contractor pricing assistance, and project close‑out documentation
- Mentor and assign duties to entry‑level staff
- Prepare and review calculations, quantity take‑offs, and opinions of probable construction costs
- Other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For We feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role:
Technical Skills
- Proficiency with Revit (required)
- Experience with AutoCAD (desirable)
- Experience with MicroStation (a plus)
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (required)
- Experience with structural design software such as RISA (required)
Soft Skills
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to engineers, clients, and stakeholders
- Strong relationship‑building skills with internal and external clients
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively to solve problems and learn new skills
- Interest in a variety of assignments and continuous professional development
Education & Experience
- 5–15 years of structural engineering experience (desirable)
- PE license (desirable)
- SE license or ability to obtain one (required)
- Master’s degree in Structural Engineering (desirable)
Working at Hanson
- Ability to collaborate remotely with colleagues across offices
- Willingness to accept periodic out‑of‑town travel assignments
- Willingness and ability to work overtime to meet project deadlines
Salary Range: $90,000 – $135,000
Benefits
Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:
- Competitive compensation
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) with matching contribution
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Comprehensive health & well-being plans
- Financial wellness plans
- Work-life balance programs
Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.
Culture We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:
- Monthly educational webinars
- Leadership training
- Lunch & learn development sessions
- 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
- Mentorship opportunities
- Award-winning internship program
- Employee recognition
- And so much more!
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