Principal Structural Engineer – Technical Reviewer (Casual)
Parsons Corporation · Posted Nov 4, 2026
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Contract · Senior
- $76–$136 per hour
- 30+ years
Provides independent technical oversight for structural engineering work on highway, transit, freight rail, and passenger rail projects on an as-needed basis. Focuses on checking and improving work prepared by junior and mid-level engineers.
Compensation
Salary Range: $75.72 - $136.30
Responsibilities
- Independently check structural calculations, analysis models, design assumptions, and engineering judgments prepared by junior and mid-level structural engineers.
- Review bridge, wall, culvert, foundation, and related structure plans, details, specifications, quantities, and cost estimates for accuracy, completeness, internal consistency, and constructability.
- Evaluate design packages for compliance with AASHTO LRFD, IDOT, Illinois Tollway, and applicable AISC, ACI, and rail requirements.
- Provide clear review comments, redlines, and documented dispositions; discuss findings with the responsible engineers, confirm corrections, and coach staff.
- Review structural evaluations, rehabilitation concepts, load ratings, inspection findings, and construction-phase responses.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering
- Nice to have: Master’s degree