Experienced Licensed Structural Engineer

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger•Oakland, CA

11d

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 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. We want someone passionate about structural engineering and problem solving. SGH provides services in Building Engineering, Infrastructure and Special Structures, and Construction Engineering. Our staff is experienced in evaluating the performance of existing structures. We implement innovative techniques for design, analysis, and project management. SGH laboratories support our design and investigation work with material, mechanical, and environmental testing. This combination of experience, capability, and dedication to improving the practice of engineering positions SGH as a leading provider of engineering services. The Structural Engineering Division provides structural engineering services with emphasis on repair and rehabilitation of constructed works, investigation and performance evaluation, and adaptive re-use of existing structures. The Structural Engineer will be expected to conduct structural evaluations, repair design, design, and investigative projects; complete and review analysis and design calculations; execute and manage the preparation of drawings and specifications; manage project budgets and schedules; assist with mentoring of junior staff; interact with clients; and manage construction projects.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural analysis and design of concrete, steel, masonry, and wood-frame structures.
MS in Structural Engineering.
Professional Engineering License (SE) required
Proficient in writing and editing of project specifications, technical reports, field reports, project correspondence, and proposals.
Strong written and oral communication skills required.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage project budgets.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Proficient in the use of computer analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.)
Ability to travel to remote job sites not accessible by public transportation, and if applicable, an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Responsibilities

Work on a wide range of structural-engineering projects involving steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures. The role will focus on the repair/rehabilitation/restoration of existing buildings.
Plan and conduct site investigations to document existing conditions.
Execute the construction-administration phase of projects, including bid assistance, submittal review, site meetings, observations of completed work, etc.
Serve as a manager on projects that may include:
Condition assessments of existing buildings
Design of repair/rehabilitation/restoration measures for existing structures and preparation of construction documents
Design and details of structural components for adaptive re-use and modifications of existing building structures
Investigation of structural failures and adverse performance issues
Preparation of technical reports
Responsible for direct client contact within context of assigned work.
Pursue professional activities to gain professional recognition.
Publish articles/papers and give technical presentations.