Consulting Engineer, Structural Engineering

Position Title: Consulting Engineer, Structural Engineering

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 800 employees in offices nationwide, SGH’s industry‑leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible.

What makes careers at SGH so special?

The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be.

Reasons to love SGH

• Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.
• Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
• Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company‑paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.

The Structural Engineering Division provides structural engineering services with emphasis on repair and rehabilitation of constructed works, investigation and performance evaluation, and adaptive re‑use of existing structures. The Engineer will be expected to conduct structural evaluations, repair design, design, and investigative projects; complete and review analysis and design calculations; execute and manage the preparation of drawings and specifications; manage project budgets and schedules; assist with mentoring of junior staff; interact with clients; and manage construction projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work on a wide range of structural‑engineering projects involving steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures. The role will focus on seismic assessment/retrofit, as well as repair/rehabilitation/restoration of existing buildings.
• Plan and conduct site investigations to document existing conditions.
• Execute the construction‑administration phase of projects, including bid assistance, submittal review, site meetings, observations of completed work, etc.
• Serve as a manager on projects that may include:
  • Condition assessments of existing buildings
  • Design of repair/rehabilitation/restoration measures for existing structures and preparation of construction documents
  • Design and details of structural components for adaptive re‑use and modifications of existing building structures
  • Investigation of structural failures and adverse performance issues
  • Preparation of technical reports
• Responsible for direct client contact within context of assigned work.
• Pursue professional activities to gain professional recognition.
• Publish articles/papers and give technical presentations.

What You’ll Need

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural analysis and design of concrete, steel, masonry, and wood‑frame structures.
• MS in Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineering license (PE) required; a Structural Engineering license is preferred.
• Proficient in writing and editing of project specifications, technical reports, field reports, project correspondence, and proposals.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage project budgets.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficient in the use of computer analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, PERFORM 3D, etc.)
• Ability to travel to remote job sites not accessible by public transportation, and if applicable, an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing and 401k plan with a discretionary company contribution
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Short and Long‑Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Fertility, Family Forming, and Hormonal Health benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Empathy Bereavement Support
• Pre‑tax Commuter Benefit
• AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
• Legal & Identity Theft plans
• Tuition Reimbursement

Compensation

The below range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidate’s experience, qualifications and work location.

Base salary is a part of SGH’s industry leading Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary, pay for extra hours worked, an annual discretionary bonus program, generous paid time off, and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGH’s Profit Sharing & 401k Plan.

This position is eligible for a $7,500 sign‑on bonus.

Salary Range: $93,600 – $120,120 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer

SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io and ask for Human Resources.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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