Full-Time

Structural Engineer

Updated on 7/21/2026

Ghafari Associates

Ghafari Associates

501-1,000 employees

Integrated architecture, engineering, and operations firm

Compensation Overview

$89k - $115k/yr

Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid role; expect some on-site days in Chicago, IL.

Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or related field
  • Professional Registration required
  • 5-10 years of related experience in the structural engineering field
Responsibilities
  • Keep current with latest code publications and apply in everyday analysis as applicable
  • Formulate design and/or analysis of structural framing systems and perform necessary calculations
  • Perform basic engineering analysis including lateral design with limited guidance
  • Conduct field measuring and checking at construction site to verify existing conditions
  • Ability to prepare construction documents including drawings and specifications to comply with company standards
  • Communicate with other disciplines to produce well-coordinated construction documents
  • Review shop drawing submittals to assure design intent is met
  • Maintain project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference material, etc.
  • Communicate scope changes to Manager of Structural Engineering and Project Manager
  • Use available structural computer programs to enhance productivity and verifies results with manual checks
  • Act as a positive representative of the company and its core values
  • Assist interns with day-to-day tasks.
  • Performs related duties as assigned
Desired Qualifications
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • Analysis: Risa, RAM, ETABS, and/or SAP2000 preferred
  • Drafting: Revit and Bluebeam preferred

Ghafari Associates provides integrated design and engineering services for built environments. It coordinates architecture, interior design, civil and structural engineering, MEP, ICT and security, and operations and systems engineering to align design with building performance and people. The firm serves automotive, aviation, corporate, education, government, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors with a global network of offices. Its goal is to deliver end-to-end projects that optimize building performance and user experience by combining design, engineering, and operational expertise across disciplines.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Dearborn, Michigan

Founded

1982

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The BBG&S deal strengthens delivery capacity across Alabama and the Southeast.
  • Ghafari’s fifteen-office platform supports cross-selling into aviation, healthcare, and industrial clients.
  • Recent acquisitions broaden technical capabilities and improve geographic coverage for larger projects.

What critics are saying

  • Integrating BBG&S risks culture clashes, retention losses, and delivery disruptions.
  • Acquisition-driven expansion can strain execution if Birmingham and Grand Rapids teams do not standardize quickly.
  • Broader service lines increase dependence on consistent utilization across offices and disciplines.

What makes Ghafari Associates unique

  • Ghafari combines architecture, engineering, process design, consulting, and construction services.
  • The BBG&S acquisition adds Birmingham mechanical engineering depth and local market presence.
  • Concept Design expanded Ghafari’s Western Michigan footprint and international service reach.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Remote Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Gym Membership

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Stock Options

Company Equity

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Education Allowance

Mentorship Program

Relocation Assistance

Employee Discounts

Meal Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Pet Insurance

Legal Services

Company News

Ghafari
Sep 2nd, 2025
Ghafari Honored as a "Best and Brightest Company to Work For" in Chicago, Detroit + West Michigan

Ghafari Associates, LLC is thrilled to announce that Ghafari has been named a "Best and Brightest Company to Work For" in Chicago, Metro Detroit, and West Michigan!

Ghafari
Jul 11th, 2025
Ghafari Celebrates Another Year as ENR's #1 U.S. Automotive Facilities Designer

Ghafari is thrilled to announce that Ghafari Associates, LLC has been named the #1 U.S. automotive facility designer for 2025 by Engineering News-Record!

Ghafari
Apr 28th, 2025
News | April 28, 2025

Ghafari Associates, LLC launched the Ghafari Scholars Program in 2023, which provides a scholarship and cooperative work experience to students enrolled at the University's College of Engineering & Science.

Ghafari
Nov 11th, 2024
More News + Insights

Ghafari Associates, LLC received the Elite Award for Communication and Shared Vision.

DBusiness Magazine
Jul 24th, 2024
Ghafari Promotes Barry and Pettit to Leaders of U.S. Architecture/Engineering Practice

Barry joined the Ghafari team in 2013 as a project architect, moving into the role of manager of architecture in 2018, and later, director of architecture at the firm's Dearborn headquarters.