Project Structural Engineer - Silman, a TYLin Company

Robert Silman Associates Structural Engineers, D.P.C., a TYLin Company, is an award-winning structural engineering firm based in New York City with offices in Boston, Washington, DC, Ann Arbor, Chicago, and Los Angeles.  Silman is a diverse and energetic firm of 160 employees who bring passion and creativity to the job.  In our 55-year history, Silman has fostered an approach centered on constant collaboration between owners, architects, and consultants to provide quality structural engineering services for our clients.  Engineers will be exposed to a broad spectrum of renovation, preservation, and new construction projects across all architectural practice areas.  If you’re looking to continue expanding your skills and knowledge with a dynamic, growing firm, Silman could be a great fit for you!

We are currently seeking a Structural Project Engineer to support our Chicago, IL operations.

The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience related to the design and analysis of various building types (experience with private residential projects would be considered a significant asset) and a strong desire to advance their knowledge and technical skill set as part of a growing team.

• Structural design and analysis for a wide range of buildings projects, involving steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and archaic building systems.
• Assisting in the preparation of drawings and specifications.
• Conducting site investigations to document existing conditions.
• Acting as liaison to Clients and Project Managers.
• Assisting with business development and working to promote Silman's growth and brand recognition in Florida.
• Maintaining involvement in professional organizations to keep abreast of new industry developments.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• Master’s Degree would be considered an asset.
• P.E. or S.E. license would be considered an asset.
• 3-6 years of experience in the execution of residential, commercial, or institutional buildings projects as a Structural Engineer is required, with private residential projects experience preferred.
• Experience in historic buildings preservation would be considered an asset.
• Proficiency with computer analysis software (e.g. RISA, SAP, RAM).
• Working knowledge of REVIT.
• Client focused, always striving to give clients the best solutions.
• Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients’ toughest challenges.
• High levels of integrity, always doing the right thing in an ethical, fair, and sustainable way.
• Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence.

For more information about Silman, please visit: https://www.silman.com

ABOUT TYLIN:

TYLin is a full-service, professional engineering firm focused on the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure solutions for public and private clients worldwide. The firm is an internationally recognized pioneer in solving the most difficult engineering challenges. Headquartered in San Francisco, California for over 65 years, TYLin has more than 3,200 professionals throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe. TYLin is a member of Dar Group, a global, privately-owned professional services group, and its industry-leading family of Global Infrastructure companies. 

The Company is proud to offer a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include extensive health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Company remains committed to complying with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements, as such this role may be situated in a jurisdiction with masking or vaccinate or test requirements to attend office or client locations (controlled location). You should ask your manager about this prior to starting. Should you be subject to the requirements, you are required to disclose your vaccination status within the first week of starting or before entering a controlled location, whichever comes first.