Farnsworth Group, Inc.
Provides engineering, architecture, and environmental services across various industries.
Lead bridge design team, manage projects, ensure QA, client liaison.
2 days ago
$110,000 - $150,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
Office Full-Time
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Studies
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Structural Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Sector Specialisms
Advanced Manufacturing & Technology
Commercial
DOD / Federal
Energy & Utilities
Healthcare
Higher Education
Historic Preservation
Industrial
Role
Description
structural design
bridge lead
qc/qa
eor
project management
proposal prep
- Perform and/or supervise all structural tasks, including, but not limited to, planning, analysis, and design for all structural aspects of transportation projects.
- Serve as the Bridge Team Lead in the Chicagoland area to manage and lead the Junior Transportation Structural Team staff.
- Provide QC/QA related to bridge and infrastructure-related structural design.
- Serve as the Engineer-of-Record, including leading/performing designs for various complex, advanced-typical and typical bridge design 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.
- 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.
- Assist in the preparation of project proposals.
Requirements
microstation
openbridge
sap2000
structural engineer
professional engineer
project management
- M.S in Civil/Structural Engineering
- Strong communications skills and willingness to work in a team environment.
- Project management and Client Management skills and experience.
- 8 - 15 years of bridge engineering experience including experience with IDOT categorized Complex, Advanced-Typical and Typical structures, Pedestrian, and railroad bridges
- Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams.
- Experience working with IDOT and/or Tollway Facility Bridge projects as well as local agencies.
- Illinois Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) or the ability to obtain one in 1 year.
- B.S in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering.
- 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
- Advanced knowledge of software appropriate for the discipline, showing proficiency in most programs specific to this role/discipline.
- Illinois Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and ability to obtain reciprocity in other states.
- Advanced knowledge of applicable codes and standards that govern the discipline.
- Experience in MicroStation is required; experience in 3D bridge modeling is highly desirable
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Hybrid Work Program
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Pet Insurance Plan
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1973
Year Founded
The company has been a leader in engineering and design since its establishment.
- The company offers a broad range of services, including civil engineering, architecture, environmental services, and more.
- They specialize in providing solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
- The company is known for handling complex projects and delivering creative and cost-effective designs.
- Their typical projects include transportation systems, water and wastewater facilities, energy solutions, and site development.
- The company combines technical proficiency with a collaborative approach to ensure client satisfaction.
Culture + Values
95% Employee Pride
Employee Satisfaction
Employees express pride in their work, reflecting strong job satisfaction and engagement.
2016–2024 Certification
Great Place to Work
Recognized consistently as a great workplace environment over nearly a decade.
500+ Professionals
Employee Count
A substantial team of skilled individuals contributing to the firm's success.
90% Repeat Clients
Client Satisfaction
High client retention rate indicating strong satisfaction with services.
- Integrity
- Loyalty
- Fairness
- Excellence
- Champions our clients’ successes, advances our communities and embraces the challenges of a changing world.
- Company-wide camaraderie via softball leagues, picnics, office challenges and charity events
- Employee-owned firm
Environment + Sustainability
Since 2009
Sustainable Design Leader
The company has positioned itself as a leading sustainable design company, demonstrating consistent commitment to environmental and sustainability practices.
- Decades of renewable energy support: wind farms, solar arrays, single-turbine school power systems
- Stormwater management using multi-functional sustainable/ecological design, green infrastructure, wetlands
- Water resources strategy includes flood mitigation through park amenities & naturalized basins
- Wastewater systems optimized for regulatory compliance, operator input, long-term operational support
- Drinking water systems: treatment plants, SCADA/controls, tank rehabilitation/new construction
- No stated net-zero target (not publicly available)
Inclusion & Diversity
- Equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action program in place.
- Commitment to veteran hiring.
- Pledge to ensure pay equality for equal work and experience.
- Tech hiring commitment focused on training, hiring, and promoting technology workers.
- Active social responsibility and diversity programs.
- Great Place to Work survey benchmarks in credibility, respect, fairness, and camaraderie.
- Glassdoor reports on transparency of finances and approachable leadership.
- No publicly disclosed gender-specific statistics, but committed to transparency on diversity.