Structural Engineers in Illinois

Residential structural engineers evaluate and design the parts of a home that carry loads, such as foundations, beams, walls and roofs. They size beams for wall removals, assess cracks and damage and prepare stamped plans when required.

Read more about Structural Engineers Show less

Common structural engineering services include:

  • Load-bearing wall removal and beam design
  • Foundation and crack assessments
  • Structural design for additions and remodels
  • Damage evaluations after storms, fires or settling
  • Engineering letters for home sales and permits

Hire a structural engineer before removing walls, when you notice significant cracks or sagging, or when a permit office asks for engineered plans.

Top Professionals near Illinois

Showing 1–10 of 11 professionals

Filtering by:
Structural Engineers ×
ACK Engineering Services, Ltd.
No reviews yet
Chicago, IL Structural Engineers

ACK Engineering Services, Ltd. is a Chicago-based structural engineering firm that provides comprehensive structural engineering solutions for the construction industry. The company brings thirty years of experience in design engineering and construction-driven project management and takes a personal approach to client service. The company delivers engineering for tower cranes, construction hoists, derrick cranes, placing booms, safety systems, and peer review services, and has supported projects such as Northwestern Medicine Outpatient Care Pavilion, AMLI Tower — River North, Civic Plaza in Monterrey, The Ritz-Carlton Residences, and Clark and Grand Hotels. The company is located at 8 East Randolph Street, Suite 3308, Chicago, IL 60601 and offers structural expertise to contractors and owners facing complex construction challenges.

View Profile
Burns & McDonnell
No reviews yet
Chicago, IL Structural Engineers

Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting firm founded in 1898 that plans, designs, permits, constructs and manages infrastructure and facilities across industries such as power, water, transportation, manufacturing, oil & gas, telecommunications and government, offering integrated services that include program and project management, construction, commissioning, and specialized consulting through affiliates like 1898 & Co.; the company operates from more than 75 offices worldwide and emphasizes safety, sustainability, and making clients successful. (Sources: Contact Us, Burns & McDonnell homepage, Locations)

View Profile
Engineering Systems, Inc. (ESi)
No reviews yet
Aurora, IL Structural Engineers

Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) is a forensic engineering and scientific investigation firm that provides actionable solutions to complex industry and technical challenges through data-driven insights and multidisciplinary collaboration. The company leverages advanced technologies and a broad range of in-house expertise across multiple engineering disciplines including biomechanical, civil, electrical, fire protection, geotechnical, mechanical, and more. ESi serves a diverse set of industries such as agriculture, construction, government, insurance, manufacturing, power, energy, and transportation. The firm is committed to delivering clear, practical solutions for projects of any size or complexity, supporting legal, insurance, and industry professionals with thorough investigations, risk assessments, failure analyses, and expert testimony. With multiple offices across the United States, ESi emphasizes innovation, technical excellence, and client-focused service.

View Profile
GLOGER ENGINEERS LTD
No reviews yet
Chicago, IL Structural Engineers

Gloger Engineers Ltd (Gloger Engineers Limited) is a Chicago-based civil engineering firm founded in 2005 that specializes in transportation and site development with a strong focus on stormwater management, infiltration and percolation detention systems. The company leverages founder Jorge Gloger’s 30+ years of experience to deliver engineering for projects ranging from small lots to 20-acre developments and state routes, offering feasibility studies, permitting, Phase I and II work, fast-track and design-build delivery, and construction-driven solutions that meet code requirements, tight budgets, and schedules.

View Profile
HBK Engineering
No reviews yet
Chicago, IL Structural Engineers

HBK Engineering, LLC is a Quanta Services company headquartered in Chicago that provides licensed professional engineering and design services for utility infrastructure and construction support; HBK Engineering, LLC delivers civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), permitting, surveying and 3D scanning, geophysics, GIS mapping, and construction-support services across multiple U.S. regions, operating since 1999 with regional offices and a focus on fast, accurate delivery for time-sensitive urban utility projects.

View Profile
HBK Engineering
No reviews yet
Chicago, IL Structural Engineers

HBK Engineering, LLC is a Chicago-based, Quanta Services company that provides licensed professional engineering and design services focused on utility infrastructure and construction support; HBK Engineering, LLC delivers civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), permitting, surveying/3D scanning, geophysics, GIS, and construction-driven project support for utilities, municipalities, and contractors across the United States, operating multiple regional offices and emphasizing fast, accurate delivery in time-sensitive urban projects since its founding in 1999 (sources: https://hbkengineering.com/, https://www.linkedin.com/company/hbk-engineering-llc, https://directory.trenchlesstechnology.com/us/chicago/professional-services/hbk-engineering-llc).

View Profile
KDM Engineering, LLC
No reviews yet
Chicago, IL Structural Engineers

KDM Engineering is a Chicago-based engineering firm that delivers electrical, utilities, and telecommunications design services—including power distribution, gas distribution, substation and distribution engineering, civil engineering, utility coordination, permitting, AutoCAD/drafting, program and project management, and construction support. KDM Engineering emphasizes diversity and inclusion as core values, operates multiple offices across the U.S. to serve public and private utility clients, and focuses on providing high-quality, safety-focused engineering solutions under the leadership of founder Kimberly D. Moore. (source: KDM Engineering homepage and contact page)

View Profile
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.
No reviews yet
Chicago, IL Structural Engineers

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is a Chicago-based family of companies that delivers full-service engineering, construction, vegetation management, and real estate development solutions across transportation, utilities, facilities, and commercial markets; Milhouse provides civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental engineering, construction management, general contracting, program management, and related services with a focus on improving communities, fostering active diversity, and delivering quality projects since its founding in 2001 by Wilbur C. Milhouse III. (Source: Milhouse homepage and news/contact details).

View Profile
Primera Engineers
No reviews yet
Chicago, IL Structural Engineers

Primera Engineers is a full-service, woman-owned engineering design and consulting firm headquartered in Chicago that provides buildings, transportation, utilities, and business consulting services, offering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, civil, telecommunications, commissioning, energy, sustainability, lighting, life-safety, and program/project management expertise to public- and private-sector clients across multiple regional offices; the company emphasizes client service, technical excellence, and a people-first culture while maintaining offices in Chicago, Lisle, Chadds Ford, Denver, Crown Point, and Grapevine. (Sources: Primera contact page, Primera homepage, American Trails listing)

View Profile
Sargent & Lundy
No reviews yet
Chicago, IL Structural Engineers

Sargent & Lundy is a Chicago-based engineering and design firm founded in 1891 that serves as a global leader in the power and energy sectors. Sargent & Lundy provides consulting, engineering, design, analysis, and full project services across the lifecycle for nuclear power, data centers, transmission and distribution (grid), conventional power, renewable energy, environmental and decarbonization projects, oil & gas, and government services. The company combines deep technical expertise with project management and construction support to deliver tailored solutions for utilities, developers, industrial clients, and government programs and maintains a network of North American and international offices with headquarters in Chicago. (Sargent & Lundy – homepage | Contact & offices)

View Profile
Page 1 of 2

Find Pros

Need Structural Engineers?

Tell us what you need and connect with up to 3 service professionals.

Find Pros

Structural Engineering Questions and Answers

What does a residential structural engineer do?

A residential structural engineer inspects structural elements, calculates loads, designs beams, footings and framing, and prepares reports or stamped drawings that contractors and permit offices rely on.

Do I need a structural engineer to remove a wall?

If the wall is load-bearing, an engineer can size the beam and supports so loads are carried safely, and many jurisdictions require engineered plans for the permit. An engineer or experienced contractor can help determine whether a wall is load-bearing.

How do I choose a structural engineer?

Look for a licensed professional engineer with residential experience, ask what the visit and report include and whether drawings are stamped for permits. Independent engineers do not sell the repair work.

What affects the cost of a structural engineer?

Cost depends on the type of service, such as an inspection, letter or full design, the project's complexity, site visits, calculations and the number of drawings.

How should I prepare for a structural engineer's visit?

Clear access to the areas of concern, including the attic, basement or crawl space. Share photos, existing plans and a timeline of when you first noticed any cracks or changes.