Engineering Structures Jobs in Forest Park, IL

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $100,000- 130,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Project Manager-Building Automation

Schneider Electric is looking for an experienced Project Manager for Building Automation.

He or she must have related industry knowledge, strong customer service skills, strong understanding of contracting procedures and tactics relative to such areas as project correspondence, documentation, timely notice of claims, subcontract negotiation and subcontract administration.

This individual should have an advanced understanding of HVAC and access or other building or electronic control systems and can analyze control system drawings and schematics as well as advanced knowledge of contract law, codes, standards and industry construction knowledge.

He or she must exhibit strong leadership skills including team leading and the ability to empower others through delegating responsibility. This position plans, directs and coordinates activities of project teams to ensure that goals and objectives of the project are accomplished on time, implemented at or below the estimated cost, and billed in a timely fashion throughout the duration of the project. This position may also be responsible for directing operations personnel.

The Project Manager will report directly to the Operations Manager and will be an active participant in the development and implementation of Operations Excellence.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Manages resources by planning, scheduling, and forecasting manpower and resource requirements.
• Coordinates project in accordance with contract documents and approved sales estimate
• Manages all document control for projects, including but not limited to RFI's, meeting minutes, punch lists, transmittal log, submittal log, change order log and issues log.
• Prepares project billing revenue forecasts and schedules of values.
• Review all estimates and change orders for accuracy and approve all team project submittals.
• Accountable for financial management on all assigned projects
• Prepares installation subcontractor bidding documents and negotiates subcontracts.
• Obtain, organize, and maintain all project contract documents in accordance with Schneider Electric quality policy.
• Prepares and updates project schedule and cost estimates.
• Prepares and delivers final project documentation to the customer and collect payment.
• Responsible for all customer-facing communication

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years as Project Manager in the Building Management Systems, HVAC Controls, Data Centers and or Construction Industry
• Knowledge of basic BACnet/LON/MODBUS protocols.
• Project Management Development Program
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to function in highly charged situations with customers, teammates, team members, peers, and contemporaries.
• Strong communication skills - verbal and written.
• Strong collaborative skills, internal and external
• Working knowledge of Office 365, File Structure, VISIO

Requirements:

• Customer service mindset
• Dedication to operational improvement

Mackie Consultants, a leading consultant in Civil Engineering and Land Surveying located in Rosemont, Illinois, has an immediate opening for a Professional Land Surveyor or a Land Surveyor in Training. This managerial position involves experience in all survey related projects. Preparing survey plats, topographies, and boundary surveys. Opportunities include cutting edge technology in survey advancements with laser scanning, robotics, GPS systems, and drone technology.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Committed to manage field work for topographic surveys, subdivision development, IDOT & Tollway projects, heavy highway designs, bridge construction, architectural developments, large topographic surveys, construction layout, and mapping.
• Work with Survey Interns (or train under licensed professionals) to gain insight on the principle and practices of accurate surveying applied to innovative robotic technology, laser scanning, GIS systems, leveling, and measurements.

Key Qualifications:

• Have or working toward Professional Land Surveyor License held in the state(s) of IL, IN, or WI.
• Understanding of topographic and boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, subdivisions, construction layout, easement and plats of vacation.
• Flourishes well in a cooperative team environment.
• General knowledge of computer systems & MS Office.
• Enthusiastic positive attitude, with clear communication skills.
• CAD, drafting, and computer systems skills.

Mackie Consultants is a part of The Burke Group (TBG), which is a fast-growing family of 9 civil engineering and land surveying companies offering services throughout the Midwest. We seek out experienced and responsive professionals who are committed to personal service.

Mackie Consultants offers high growth potential and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, disability, PTO days as well as an employer matching 401(k) program.

Mackie Consultants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Mackie Consultants, LLC to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, parenthood, creed, veteran’s status, veteran’s disability and physical or mental disability, citizenship status or unfavorable discharge from the military. Mackie Consultants, LLC intends that all matters related to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, terminations and layoffs and recalls, as well as all Mackie Consultants, LLC sponsored social and recreational programs, and all treatment on the job, be free of unlawful discriminatory practices.

Title: Technical Recruiter

Location: Westchester, IL

Salary: $50,000 + Commission

Hybrid schedule 3 days on-site/2 work from home

Experience: 1-2 years experience in sales or recruiting

At Sterling, you will be a part of an award winning, employee-owned, technical/engineering recruitment leader. We provide project, contract-to-hire and direct hire staffing support both locally and nationally to a variety of diverse industries which include food, pharmaceutical, transportation, consumer products, energy, oil & gas and many others.

WHAT ROLE WILL YOU PLAY?

As a Technical Recruiter, you are an integral part of our Recruiting Team. This position will partner with Account and Business Development Managers to generate highly qualified candidates for client orders. Management of and delivery on multiple priorities are critical measures of success. This role reports to the Divisional Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify, contact, and develop relationships with talent using various recruiting tools and methods (job boards, social media, company database, job fairs, networking events, etc.)
• Conduct recruiting activities as required to support delivery efforts and generate placements (sourcing, screening, interviewing, and presenting offers)
• Screen qualified applicants against the job description through initial phone screening followed by face-to-face interviewing
• Present qualified and screened candidates to the hiring managers with summary of job-related qualifications
• Partnering with Divisional Leadership to execute full lifecycle recruitment
• Consistently meet or exceed Key Performance Indicator (KPI) expectations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication skills; consistent follow up with clients and candidates
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
• Ability to nurture long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with clients and candidates alike
• Proven ability to grasp technical/technology concepts as it pertains to functional job requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Experience in customer facing career is highly desired

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

• To become an Owner in Sterling Engineering, by earning Stock Ownership annually, as well as company contributions into your 401k!
• To be surrounded by a team who is passionate, loyal, competitive, and driven
• To be rewarded for your individual contributions and recognized for your successes with commissions, quarterly & annual bonuses, trips, and many internal celebrations
• To receive consistent training and professional development
• The ability to create your own career path within a fast-growing organization

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Sr. Process Engineer based in Chicago, IL.

The Sr. Process RSPC, Cheese & Powder Project Manager is responsible for managing and leading projects related to the RSPC's areas and the process manufacturing of our cheeses and powder products, from design to full implementation and support the plant production and quality operations. Working with Operations, Research and Development, the Project Manager will be responsible for optimizing the various production systems, which directly and indirectly support the manufacturing process by implementing new process or modifying actual process. Will be involved with existing and new processes in the company.

Travel will be required up to 50% of the time to plants based in NY, WI, CA, ID, NH, VT, AZ, TN & MI or to manufacturers/vendors site locations nationally and internationally.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Develop drawings, scopes of work, budgets and timelines as needed to prepare a project for submittal.
• Source vendors, negotiate and acquire quotes for project investments.
• Source, negotiate and acquire quotes for budgetary needs
• Manage projects.
• Track projects cost and maintain them within budget.
• Coordinate project review meetings to include setting them up, keeping meeting notes, and reporting out results to key stakeholders.
• Manage principles for the effective execution of projects.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure projects meet the needs of all key stakeholders to include but not be limited to Quality, Food Safety, Planning, Operations, and Maintenance.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests as required to validate equipment purchases.
• Lead and assist in the development of the annual capital budget.
• Travel and / or extended or off work hours may be required based on project needs.
• This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.

Experience

• 5+ years' experience working on capital expenditure projects as project manager,
• Food Industry required,
• Dairy process preferred,
• Minimum of 5 years of USDA or FDA regulated plant experience supporting manufacturing and utilities

Specialized Knowledge

• Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel skills; macros, pivot tables, AutoCAD (equipment & P&ID dwg)

Skills / Abilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to audit, investigate and improve manufacturing process machinery,
• Effectively communicate to internal and external customers,
• Prioritization, organization, time management, and follow-up skills,
• Continuous improvement mindset,
• Ability to work with minimum supervision,
• Ability to travel to plant and machine manufacturers sites nationally and internationally.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

Title: Account Executive (Life Science)

Salary: $70-$90k/yr expected annual compensation $100k+ (uncapped)

Schedule: 100% on-site in Westchester, IL (hybrid eventually)

Join a Company Ranked in the Top 2% companies nationwide by Clients & Employees for the past 7+ Years – Also Ranked as Best of Staffing for Internal Employee Satisfaction making us a best staffing company to work for.

We are rapidly growing and looking for a highly motivated Recruiting Account Executive to help expand our Life Sciences Division and pharmaceutical and medical device client base as part of our employee-owned organization in Westchester, IL

WHAT ROLE WILL YOU PLAY?

This role will play a key part in the continued expansion of Sterling’s Life Sciences Division, supporting the growth of our pharmaceutical and medical device client base. We are looking for someone excited by building new relationships, opening doors within regulated industries, and helping scale a high-impact vertical within an already successful organization.

You’ll work with leadership to identify emerging opportunities, penetrate target accounts, and bring Sterling’s technical recruiting expertise to companies developing life-changing products and technologies.

• Drive new business within Sterling’s Life Sciences vertical, with a focus on pharmaceutical and medical device organizations
• Develop strategic relationships with decision makers in regulated manufacturing, R&D, quality, medical device, and engineering environments
• Develop prospect lists, execute a marketing plan, and generate new business.
• Proven ability to grasp technical/technology concepts as it pertains to functional job requirements
• Identify and engage with client contacts using sales tools and methods (social media, company database, networking events, cold calling, etc.)
• Conduct business development activities as required to promote Sterling’s service offerings through office visits, presentations and overall communication
• Persistence in prospecting activities and maintain or exceed expected key performance indicators (KPI’s)
• Negotiate mutually beneficial staffing agreements and partnership programs
• Consistently meet or exceed assigned Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Driven by the hunt - demonstrate energy, competitiveness, and tenacity
• Consistent follow up and communication with clients and candidates
• Closing and negotiating skills built on honesty and integrity
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to travel and present to all levels of leadership
• Ability to grow accounts organically through referrals and new business development
• Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience preferred

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Construction Project Manager — Chicago, IL (On-site)

Scale Construction Inc. | 35+ years building Chicago with safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

What you’ll do

• Own projects from precon through closeout—schedule, budget, and quality.
• Coordinate subs, suppliers, and design partners; drive RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Lead site walks and OAC meetings; keep stakeholders aligned on scope, cost, and timeline.
• Enforce safety standards and QC; proactively remove roadblocks.
• Track cost/schedule performance; prepare progress reports and forecasts.

What you bring

• 3–5+ years in construction project management (commercial/industrial preferred).
• Strength with budgets, schedules, and contracts; field and GC coordination.
• Clear communication and team leadership.
• Proficiency with construction tools (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).
• Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related.

What you’ll get

• Compensation: [$75,000–$120,000 base + bonus DOE]
• Benefits: 401(k) with company contribution; medical, dental, vision; HSA; paid time off.
• Work: Full-time, Mon–Fri; projects across Chicagoland; owner-operated, growth-minded team.
• Growth: Training, mentorship, and clear advancement paths.

About Scale Construction

• Owner-operated on Chicago’s Near South Side, delivering high-quality work safely, on schedule, and cost-effectively for 35+ years through enduring client partnerships.

Sourcing Manager – Aluminum Extrusions, Castings & Steel Products

James Hardie Building Products

Location: Chicago, IL

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

This position is based at our offices in downtown Chicago. An employee shuttle to and from Ogilvy Transportation and Union Station is provided.

Job Summary

The Sourcing Manager will lead the strategic sourcing and supplier management of aluminum extrusions, powder coating, castings, fabricated metals, and other products. This role is critical to developing a resilient, cost-effective, and globally competitive supply base. You’ll work cross-functionally to optimize cost, ensure continuity, and improve supplier performance across multiple commodities. This position offers the opportunity to shape long-term sourcing strategy while driving immediate value through tactical execution and supplier collaboration. You'll join a team that values smart thinking, bold action, and continuous growth—both for the business and for your career.

Essential Functions

• Develop and lead sourcing strategies for aluminum extrusions and other assigned commodities in alignment with business goals and global market conditions.
• Conduct market research to identify and evaluate current and potential domestic and international suppliers based on total cost, quality, capability, and capacity.
• Generate and maintain various top management flash reports and monthly market overview reports on key commodities.
• Manage supplier negotiations focused on long-term value: pricing, terms, payment schedules, rebates, lead times, and risk mitigation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers; drive continuous improvement via performance reviews, scorecards, and structured feedback.
• Analyze cost structures, supply chain risks, and industry dynamics to drive sourcing decisions and strategic initiatives.
• Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure timely and specification-compliant delivery of materials.
• Lead sourcing events (RFPs, RFQs) and oversee contracts to ensure total cost optimization and performance assurance.
• Project manage Sourcing and VA/VE projects to implementation
• Monitor inventory levels and internal purchasing tendencies to coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure supply continuity and support cost reduction targets.
• Champion process improvements and implement tools that enhance procurement efficiency and transparency.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes, SOX requirements, and procurement best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA or certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM) preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of sourcing or commodity management experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong emphasis on aluminum extrusions and steel items.
• Demonstrated success negotiating with both domestic and international suppliers.
• Strong technical knowledge of sourcing systems, procurement processes, and cost structures.
• Demonstrated strong project management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP/MRP systems (JDE experience is a plus).
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights and actions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Comprehension of market dynamics and ability to translate the information into meaningful language.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, MS Office Proficiency, MRP, JDE.
• Strong initiative and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
• Travel may be required up to 35% for supplier visits and strategic meetings.

Performance Milestones

• First 90 Days:
• Gain full understanding of commodity spend and supplier landscape
• Begin building relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Align on immediate cost and improvement goals
• First 6 Months:
• Deliver a 12-month category strategy
• Identify and launch key value-engineering or cost-reduction initiatives
• Support supplier performance scorecards initiatives and QBRs
• First Year:
• Own and lead aluminum extrusion sourcing strategy across the organization
• Lead strategic projects delivering measurable cost savings
• Build a project pipeline for ongoing improvements and risk mitigation
• Meet individual objectives for the year including savings targets

The AZEK Company was acquired by James Hardie.

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with brands including Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With 8,000+ employees worldwide, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities. For more information, visit The AZEK Company’s acquisition by James Hardie, we remain committed to providing fair and equitable employment experience for all candidates.

Join us in shaping the future of our business!

IBM Consulting is seeking an accomplished Data & Analytics Associate Partner to accelerate our growth within the Industrial & Communications sectors. This executive role is responsible for shaping client vision, cultivating senior executive relationships, and developing data-driven solutions that enable clients to successfully navigate complex transformation programs.

You will bring together deep industry expertise and IBM’s portfolio of data, analytics, and AI capabilities to help organizations modernize their data ecosystems—migrating from legacy platforms to modern hybrid cloud architectures—while adopting next-generation analytics, GenAI, and agentic AI to strengthen decision-making and deliver measurable business and financial outcomes.

This role is ideal for a seasoned leader who integrates industry depth, consulting excellence, and technical thought leadership, has a strong understanding of competitive market dynamics, and consistently delivers high-impact transformation at scale.

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• Expand IBM’s Data & Analytics presence by identifying new market opportunities, developing differentiated solutions, and building a strong pipeline.

  
  

• Engage senior client executives to understand strategic priorities and shape data transformation roadmaps aligned to their business and financial goals.

  
  

• Lead end-to-end sales cycles, including solution definition, proposal leadership, financial structuring, and contract negotiation.

  
  

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• Advise C-suite leaders on strategies to their data estate modernization, advanced analytics, GenAI, and agentic AI to drive business performance.

  
  

• Architect integrated solutions that include:

  
  

• Migration from legacy data platforms to modern cloud-based architectures

  
  

• Data engineering and Information governance

  
  

• Business intelligence and advanced analytics

  
  

• GenAI-powered and agentic AI-driven automation and decisioning

  
  

• Lead complex transformation programs from discovery through delivery, ensuring measurable outcomes and client satisfaction.

  
  

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• Oversee multi-disciplinary delivery teams to ensure high-quality, consistent execution across all program phases.

  
  

• Manage engagement financials, including forecasting, margin performance, and overall portfolio profitability.

  
  

• Align right client technologies, industry expertise, and global delivery capabilities to maximize client value.

  
  

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• Recruit, mentor, and grow top-tier consultants, architects, and data specialists.

  
  

• Build and scale capabilities in data modernization, cloud data engineering, analytics, GenAI, and emerging agentic AI techniques.

  
  

• Contribute to practice strategy, offering development, and capability growth across the global Data & Analytics team.

  
  

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• Stay ahead of sector and technology trends, including cloud modernization, GenAI, agentic system design, regulatory changes, and evolving competitive dynamics.

  
  

• Represent IBM at industry conferences, client events, webinars, and executive roundtables.

  
  

• Create original thought leadership—articles, perspectives, point-of-views—that positions IBM as a leading advisor in data and AI-driven transformation.

  
  

This position can be preformed anywhere in the US.

"Leaders are expected to spend time with their teams and clients and therefore are generally expected to be in the workplace a minimum of three days a week, subject to business needs."

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• 12+ years of experience in consulting, data strategy, analytics, or digital transformation, with strong exposure to the Industrial or Communications sectors.

  
  

• Hands-on experience modernizing data ecosystems, including migrating from legacy on-premise platforms to modern cloud-native or hybrid cloud architectures.

  
  

• Deep expertise with major cloud platforms and their data/analytics stacks, including implementation experience with:

  
  

• AWS (e.g., Redshift, S3, Glue, EMR, Athena, Lake Formation, Bedrock, SageMaker)

  
  

• Microsoft Azure (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks on Azure, Fabric, Cognitive Services)

  
  

• Google Cloud Platform (e.g., BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, Dataproc, Vertex AI)

  
  

• Experience designing and implementing end-to-end data pipelines, governance frameworks, and analytics solutions on one or more of these platforms.

  
  

• Strong understanding of GenAI architectures, LLM integration patterns, vector databases, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and emerging agentic AI frameworks.

  
  

• Proven track record of selling, structuring, and delivering large-scale data and AI transformation programs.

  
  

• Robust technical and functional expertise in data engineering, cloud data platforms, analytics, AI/ML, information management, and governance.

  
  

• Executive-level communication and presence, with demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and convey complex topics through compelling narratives.

  
  

• Financial management experience, including engagement economics, forecasting, margin optimization, and portfolio profitability.

  
  

• Demonstrated leadership in building, scaling, and developing high-performing consulting and technical teams.

  
  

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.