Design Engineer

About Us

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.

About this Role

A Design Engineer at HBK Engineering is a position responsible for overseeing and leading the Steel Structure Services team. The role involves working closely with the Operations Management team to plan, coordinate, and execute complex projects to meet safety, quality, and cost requirements.

What You'll Do

• Develop detailed project plans, including both internal and customer-facing cost and schedule estimates.
• Engage with customers, vendors, and suppliers to execute projects safely and effectively.
• Support data collection by reviewing inspection data, logging billable units, validating measurements and condition ratings, and supporting quality control efforts.
• Identify and document structural rejects and provide recommendations for repairs.
• Report on revenue and project costs daily.
• Perform regular schedule, cost, and revenue trend analysis.
• Monitor team performance and production trends and communicate/address issues with urgency.
• Procure and source various materials and equipment.
• Maintain inventory of various material (fabricated steel, hardware, anodes).
• Serve as single point of contact for customer relations and ensure satisfaction.
• Support the Operations team by providing occasional technical training.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the electric utility industry, specifically with steel transmission structures (preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in managing or supporting construction projects (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of groundline structure inspection techniques and industry standards (preferred).
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment with free exchange of ideas.
• Able to provide ideas and consider ideas of others without prejudice.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate equally as well with crew members as with executive management and customers.
• Proficient reading and interpreting construction documents, including construction drawings, specifications, CPM schedules and budgets.
• Must be willing and able to travel frequently (both by air and driving) week to week effectively oversee projects, attend client meetings, and maintain a field presence over a large geographic area. Estimated 10-25% travel is expected.
• Ability to work varied hours as required to achieve desired production results.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft programs (Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project).

What You'll Get

• Leadership opportunities through coaching and mentoring responsibilities
• Professional growth with increased independence and minimal oversight
• Experience in peer review processes under professional engineering supervision
• Advanced project management and risk management experience
• Enhanced client communication and technical reporting responsibilities
• Field experience through walkdowns and stakeholder interactions
• Travel opportunities for project work and professional development
• Collaborative work environment with project management and engineering leadership
• Clear career progression pathway within the HBK Organization's Engineering Track
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Continued preparation for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is - depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.