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Chicago Bridge Team Lead

Farnsworth Group
$110,000-150,000
vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Lisle
1011 Warrenville Road (Show on map)
Jan 20, 2026
Farnsworth Group is seeking a Chicago Bridge Team Lead in the posting locations below. In this role, you will be the key individual responsible to lead a client focused, technically excellent Transportation Structural Engineering team that serves local and nationwide clients in the support of multiple design projects. Posting Locations: Chicago, Lisle, or Tinley Park, IL What You'll Do: Serve as the Bridge Team Lead in the Chicagoland area to manage and lead the Junior Transportation Structural Team staff. Serve as the Engineer-of-Record, including leading/performing designs for various complex, advanced-typical and typical bridge design projects. Perform and/or supervise all structural tasks, including, but not limited to, planning, analysis, and design for all structural aspects of transportation projects. Technical supervision and management of junior bridge staff on design projects that include, but are not limited to, steel plate girders, prestressed concrete, reinforced concrete, substructures, foundations, box culverts, and retaining walls for highway and railway bridge projects. Serve as client and project manager (communications, scope, schedule, budget, and quality) on bridge-related projects and supervise other project managers and project engineers in the performance of engineering tasks. Provide QC/QA related to bridge and infrastructure-related structural design. Assist in the preparation of project proposals. What You'll Need: B.S in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering. Illinois Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and ability to obtain reciprocity in other states. 8 - 15 years of bridge engineering experience including experience with IDOT categorized Complex, Advanced-Typical and Typical structures, Pedestrian, and railroad bridges Advanced knowledge of applicable codes and standards that govern the discipline. Advanced knowledge of software appropriate for the discipline, showing proficiency in most programs specific to this role/discipline. Experience in MicroStation is required; experience in 3D bridge modeling is highly desirable Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams. Project management and Client Management skills and experience. Strong communications skills and willingness to work in a team environment. Experience working with IDOT and/or Tollway Facility Bridge projects as well as local agencies. Nice To Haves: (optional; not all jobs will have this separate list) M.S in Civil/Structural Engineering Illinois Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) or the ability to obtain one in 1 year. Familiarity with engineering software packages such as: MicroStation, OpenBridge Designer Connect Edition (LEAP Bridge Steel, LEAP Bridge Concrete, RM Bridge, etc.), Sap2000, CSI Bridge LPile, Erikkson Culvert, AASHTOWare BrR, RISA-3D, SPW911, Mathcad/Mathcad Prime, Enercalc, BlueBeam, or other Finite-Element or Foundation analysis/design software Who We Are Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world's largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you'll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward. A Great Place to Work Certified For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work certification-thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation's leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work. Featured benefits and perks include: 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5% Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Short & Long-Term Disability Maternity and Paternity Leave Professional Development and Training Mentoring Program Paid Time Off Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements Pet Insurance Plan Hybrid Work Program Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company's culture and success. Salary Range: $110,000-150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity) Statement on Diversity and Inclusion Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us...and let's make a difference, together. Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer. For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the "Apply for this Position" tab below. #LI-Onsite