Structural Engineering Department Manager - Decatur, IL

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Engineering

Job Description

Structural Engineering Department Manager - Decatur, IL

This is a full-time, exempt-level position.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Structural Engineering Department Manager to lead our team of skilled engineers.

The ideal candidate will possess a Structural Engineer (SE) license or a Professional Engineer (PE) license with structural focus, a Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering, and a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience. A licensed engineer with a degree in Architecture having a structural emphasis will also be considered.

The Structural Engineering Department Manager will be responsible for overseeing the department's operations, ensuring the successful delivery of project deliverables, and fostering professional development within the team. The position will report to the Manager, Engineering Services.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the structural engineering department.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, professional development, and continuing education of engineering staff.
• Conduct performance appraisals of team members, providing constructive feedback and setting goals for improvement.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Project Management:

• The candidate is not expected to manage projects but may be asked to step-in to help on projects as required.
• Manage and supervise structural engineering assignments from conception to completion.
• Ensure work packages are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Work closely with project managers and other engineering disciplines (piping, electrical, process, mechanical) to integrate structural engineering requirements.
• Provide accurate cost and schedule estimates for structural engineering work.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team.
• Review and approve engineering designs, calculations, and reports.
• Perform your own designs and calculations as needed. The expectation is that the candidate remain 70% billable to projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Demonstrate expertise in building design and working with heavy industrial process equipment.

Site Visits and Travel:

• Willingness to travel and conduct on-site inspections and assessments.
• Collaborate with field personnel to address and resolve any on-site issues.

Development and Maintenance of Standards:

• Develop, implement, and maintain structural engineering standards and best practices.
• Ensure that all engineering work adheres to established standards and regulatory requirements.
• Continuously improve and update standards to reflect advancements in technology and industry practices.

Quality Assurance:

• Establish and maintain quality control processes and procedures.
• Conduct regular engineering calculation and design methods reviews and audits to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Address and resolve any technical or quality issues promptly.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; a degree in Architecture having a structural emphasis will also be considered
• Structural engineering (SE) or Professional Engineer (PE – Structural emphasis) license is required; if candidate is not an Illinois SE, ability to obtain it via endorsement within 1 year of hire required
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in structural engineering
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex project deliverables
• Strong technical knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, and codes
• Expertise in building design
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferred
• 2+ years of team leadership experience
• Expertise in heavy industrial process equipment

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? Studies have shown that applicants may self "select-out" of consideration if they do not meet all qualifications. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. Relocation assistance may be available for this opportunity.

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$92,800.00 - $167,600.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus and a long-term incentive plan

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

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