Engineer IV – Structural
Location: Chicago
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Participates in inspection audits to
determine condition of track elevated structure, tunnels, viaducts
and retaining walls. Maintains structure inspection records in
CTA’s Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) System. Prepares inspection
reports. Develops inspection standards. Provides repair details for
deteriorated structural elements. Coordinates the planning,
estimating and construction of structural engineering projects.
Coordinates structural design and analysis of rapid transit
elevated structures, bridges, buildings and related facilities.
Manages structural renewal projects. Reviews work assignments to
ensure compliance with established Structural Engineering
standards. Provides guidance and mentorship of Structural
Engineering staff to ensure compliance with policies and
procedures. Reviews engineering drawings and specifications of
Authority projects and foreign construction projects interfacing
with CTA structures. Represents the Authority at meetings of
various consultants, contractors, governmental agencies and transit
organizations. Assists in the development and administration of the
CTA Capital Construction and maintenance programs for the rail and
bus systems and their related facilities. Develops specifications
for structural projects. Performs related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to this position are the
following jobs: Job Title None CHALLENGES Provide engineering
services in order to maintain 52.3 miles of elevated structure as
well as 115 bridges and viaducts over streets, highways and
waterways, along with 64 elevated stations – all over 100 years old
– to keep the structures safe for the riding public. Interact with
a diverse workforce Optimize structure designs that are cost
effective and constructible. Designing structures for maximum
useful life to limit the disruption to our passengers. Keeping
abreast of changes in scientific knowledge and engineering
technology and utilizing changes in solving theoretical or
practical structural engineering problems. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Architectural
Engineering with a Structural Engineering concentration, or a
combination of education and approximately 8 years of experience
relating to this position. Must be a Registered Illinois
Professional Engineer or Registered Illinois Structural Engineer.
Must possess extensive experience in the design, construction and
maintenance of facilities, and a thorough knowledge of railroad
and/or transit structure design and maintenance. Valid State of
Illinois Driver’s License. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Requires sitting
for extended periods of time, standing, visual acumen, manual
dexterity and fingering for working with computer key boards. Must
be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Must be able to walk track on
elevated structures, in subway tunnels and at grade conditions,
after proper safety training. Must be able to operate an aerial
lift, after proper safety training. Ability to work in confined
spaces. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Detailed knowledge of
structural engineering principles, methods, and techniques.
Detailed knowledge of materials, techniques, and municipal codes
and ordinances as applied to design, construction, and maintenance
of infrastructure and facilities projects. Detailed knowledge of
municipal codes and ordinances as applied to the design,
construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure,
track structures, and facilities. Advanced skill using AutoCAD to
create drawings for permitting. Strong research, attention to
detail, and problem solving skills. Strong verbal and written
communication skills. Strong critical thinking skills to assess how
one change can affect the entire project. Advanced skill using
personal computer, engineering applications, and data management
software. Ability to apply engineering knowledge to complex
structural engineering problems with versatility, judgment, and
perception. Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate
complex structural engineering problems and provide practical and
cost effective solutions. Ability to adapt well to change. Ability
to work well with others. Ability to manage advanced complex
engineering projects. WORKING CONDITIONS General office environment
Occasionally exposed to electrically energized conductors, moving
trains, and other hazardous conditions. Travels within the Chicago
Metropolitan area when conducting field inspections and meetings.
Occasionally required to travel out of the Chicago Metropolitan
area to meet with suppliers, manufacturers, other transit agencies,
etc. EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED Standard office
equipment Computers – including programs, e.g., Word, Excel, Power
Point, Database, Auto Cad, calculators, local/national codes, CTA
and national standards, STAAD-PRO. Employees and/or union members
will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the
applicable labor contracts. Rate to be determined by applicant's
entered service date and service date in union jurisdiction of this
classification. CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. No employee
or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because
of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national
origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military
discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal,
state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational
qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive
environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we
serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known
disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as
well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you
require an accommodation in the application or hiring process,
please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to the submission of
your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA
will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be
provided. TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR
ENTIRETY INCLUDING: UPLOADED RESUME / WORK HISTORY QUALIFICATIONS
JOB ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE AND
TRUTHFUL. Failure to respond to correspondences during the hiring
process in a timely fashion may result in your application being
closed out for non-responsiveness. CTA Benefits
https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/
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