Engineer in Training, Building Technology, Washington, D.C.
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. 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. Our Building Technology division is always looking for great talent, especially people who enjoy solving difficult problems. We are looking to speak with recent or upcoming graduates with a Bachelor of Architectural Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering to join our team in the Washington, D.C. office. Building Technology is applying engineering principles, physics, and materials science to the exterior envelope of buildings to make them durable, energy-efficient, and able to resist water infiltration reliably. As an Associate Project Consultant, under the direction of a licensed engineer, you will assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Architectural Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- 0 to 5 years of experience, EIT preferred.
- Demonstrated interest in building construction and solving engineering problems.
- Commitment to lifelong learning and enthusiasm for the work.
- Enthusiasm and passion - consistently maintain high levels of activity and productivity.
- Communication - conveys information to internal and external clients clearly with excellent writing and oral skills.
- Problem-solving – capability to solve minor or complex problems using data, logic, judgment, and problem-solving tools.
- Accountability and responsibility - self-starter with willingness to interact as a team player and take independent initiative to ensure tasks are completed.
- Teamwork - work with others toward a shared goal, participating actively, sharing responsibility and rewards, and contributing to the capability of the team.
- Teachable – passionate and willing to continue learning new ideas and concepts.
- Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolds, and work at great heights.
- A valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report are required for this role.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in building construction or an allied field.
- Industrial rope access (rock climbing).
- Mechanical repair.
- AutoCAD.
- Revit.
Responsibilities
- Assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings.
- Climb ladders and scaffolds.
- Work at great heights.
- Travel by car to multiple job sites.
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
- Empathy Bereavement Support
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
- Legal & Identity Theft plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
