Associate Project Consultant, Structural Engineering Southern California 2026

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger • Los Angeles, CA

69d • $83,200 - $85,280

About The Position

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 750 employees in nine office locations throughout the United States, SGH’s industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible. The Structures Division provides structural engineering services with emphasis on new design, repair and rehabilitation of constructed works, and investigation and performance evaluation of a variety of structures and materials. Essential duties include performing a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks in steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures; assisting senior staff in on-site investigations to document existing conditions and determine root of problems; managing the preparation of drawings and specifications; and aiding senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects. A strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn is essential to this position.

Requirements

• MS in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Excellent written, oral and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve minor or complex problems using data, logic, and judgement.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work successfully with others toward a shared goal.
• Ability to meet deadlines and take independent initiative.
• Enthusiasm, passion, and desire for continued learning of new ideas and concepts.
• Familiarity with computer analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.).
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Nice To Haves

• FE/EIT certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks in steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures.
• Assist senior staff in on-site investigations to document existing conditions and determine root of problems.
• Manage the preparation of drawings and specifications.
• Aid senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) 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
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
• Legal & Identity Theft plans
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees