Engineer in Training (Entry-level), Structural Engineering

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger • Waltham, MA

71d • $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 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.

Requirements

• MS in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills required.
• FE/EIT certification is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical and judgment capabilities are required.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment is required.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with computer analysis software preferred (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.).
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
• Enthusiasm and passion - consistently maintain high levels of activity and productivity.
• Communication - conveys information to internal and external clients clearly with excellent writing or 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 a 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings.
• 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.
• Aid senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects.
• Manage the preparation of drawings and specifications.

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