Entry Level Structural Engineering Graduate

Do you want to help engineer what's next?

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. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be.

Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.

Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.

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.

We want someone passionate about structural engineering and problem solving.

Our Structural Engineering division is currently looking to hire 2026 graduates with a Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering in our Los Angeles, CA office.

The Structures Division in Houston, Texas provides structural engineering services with emphasis on new design, repair and rehabilitation of constructed works, and investigation and performance evaluation of structures throughout the Americas. As an entry-level hire, you will assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings and other structures including waterfront facilities such as marine terminals, wharves, piers, bulkheads, and other infrastructure. Essential duties include working with senior staff to perform a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks in steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures, conducting on-site investigations to document existing conditions and repair methodologies, provide assistance during the construction administration phase of projects, and preparing of drawings and calculations. MS in Civil or Structural Engineering.

Spanish speaking is a plus.

Familiarity with computer analysis software preferred (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.)

Availability to travel abroad for short periods of time.

Communication - conveys information clearly to supervisor, team members and external clients, with excellent writing and/or oral skills.

Problem-solving - capability to solve minor or complex problems using data, logic, judgement and problem-solving tools.

Paid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)

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

Employee Assistance Program

Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

Legal & Identity Theft plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Bachelor's Degree: $79,560 - $81,640

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 & 401(k) Plan.

This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Associate Project Consultant:

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