Associate Project Consultant, Structural Engineering Southern California 2026

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger•Los Angeles, CA

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 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. There are many 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. 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 or Newport Beach, CA office. 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.
Communication skills: excellent written, oral and verbal communication skills. Ability to conveys information to internal and external clients clearly.
Problem-solving ability: capability to solve minor or complex problems using data, logic, and judgement. Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills.
Team-oriented mindset – ability to work successfully with others toward a shared goal with active participation.
Accountability and responsibility - ability to meet deadlines. Willingness take independent initiative to ensure tasks are competed.
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

Responsibilities

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
Aiding senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects