SOCOTEC

Principal Engineer

SOCOTEC  •  $150k - $225k/yr  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering, and construction industries, focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelopes, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory, and construction advisory projects.

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience, and methods is increasingly recognized as best-in-class, fueling significant growth.

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

We are looking for a Principal Engineer with 10-25 years of design and field experience.

  • Responsible for conducting field investigations, analysis and design
  • Interact with clients and other design and construction professionals.
  • Conduct forensic investigations and litigation support for expert witness services.
  • Able to perform business development tasks and develop a book of business.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager.

Qualifications

  • Minimum Bachelor's Degree, Master of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering preferred.
  • Professional licensure/registration for the state of IL required
  • Experienced with AutoCAD and computer aided analysis/design of structures is required and experience with BIM software a plus.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills are also required.
  • Some travel is required to attend site meetings and perform investigations.
  • The successful candidate will be able to bring a book of work and clients to SOCOTEC and help us to grow the Chicago office. Service sectors that include Infrastructure, Transportation, Geotechnical Engineering, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, and Structural Dynamics will be those most strongly considered.

Additional Information

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Position: Full time

Salary: $150k-$225k

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SOCOTEC

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC ranks in the Top 10 Best Workplaces® 2025 (category: >2500 employees) and is once again certified Great Place to Work® in 2025, across 18 countries!

SOCOTEC offers its clients and partners services throughout the entire life cycle of built assets to ensure compliance, extend their lifespan, improve technical, energy, and environmental performance, and ultimately guarantee people’s safety.

As an independent trusted third party, SOCOTEC relies on 6,500 technicians and engineers across France, recognized among the best in risk management and technical consulting.

Joining SOCOTEC means becoming part of a community of 14,000 experts based in 26 countries, all ready to take on challenges in the fields of Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) in construction, infrastructure, and industry.

Joining us means giving purpose to your career and contributing to the ambitions of a fast-growing international group that has always placed people at the heart of its operations.

Our project is ambitious, and our collective energy is our strength! Together, we build trust for a safer and more sustainable world.

Let’s SOCOTEC

Come live a unique experience with us and help grow SOCOTEC, the leading expert in asset integrity for construction, infrastructure, and industry!

Join us and experience the SOCOTEC journey!

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Guyancourt, FR
Year Founded
1953
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