Associate Project Consultant – Structural Engineering (Chicago, IL): Multiple Positions Available

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger•Chicago, IL

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

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. With 750 employees in ten office locations throughout the United States, 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. What You’ll Do: As a member of the Structural Engineering Division, provide structural engineering services with emphasis on new design, repair and rehabilitation of constructed works, and investigation and performance evaluation of structures. Duties to be performed under the direction of a licensed engineer include:

Requirements

This position requires a Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Qualified candidates must have: Demonstrated knowledge of (as gained through academic coursework, internships or prior work experience) of the following: structural analysis software such as ETABs, SAP, RISA, RAM, or SAFE; and mechanics of materials and structural performance.
Ability to travel to remote job sites not accessible by public transportation, and if applicable, an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
This position is eligible to telecommute 1 day/week from a home office within normal commuting distance of Chicago, IL.
Up to 10% domestic travel to project sites required.

Responsibilities

Perform a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks in steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures.
Assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for new and existing buildings.
Perform engineering calculations based on building code requirements as well as assist in the preparation of calculations packages and structural drawings sets.
Provide evaluation of documents in insurance claims.
Assist senior staff in onsite investigations to document existing conditions and determine root of problems.
Aid senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects.
Manage the preparation of drawings and specifications.
Assist senior staff in report writing and preparation for structural investigations and litigation support.