Engineer-in-Training, Structural Engineering

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger•Minneapolis, MN

7d•$83,200 - $85,280•Onsite

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 Structural Engineering division is looking to hire recent graduates with a Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering in our Chicago 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 structures. As an entry-level hire, you will assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings. 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; aiding senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects, and managing the preparation of drawings and specifications. A strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn are essential to this position.

Requirements

MS in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills required.
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities required.
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment is required.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
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 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.

Nice To Haves

FE/EIT certification, preferred.
Familiarity with computer analysis software preferred (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.)

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.