Structural Engineer, Advanced Analysis

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger•Oakland, CA

About The Position

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for clients' most complex challenges. They leverage 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. With 800 employees in offices nationwide, SGH's industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible. The Engineering Mechanics & Infrastructure (EMI) team at SGH focuses on solving difficult problems in a creative way, applying engineering mechanics, materials science, numerical simulation, innovative technologies, and collective expertise. A successful candidate for EMI may work on projects related to buildings, bridges, pipelines, nuclear facilities, tanks, rail vehicles, rotating equipment, precision observatory structures, and other non-building structures and systems. SGH works on challenging projects for owners, contractors, and other engineering firms on a wide spectrum of projects that include nuclear and defense.

Requirements

0 – 2 years of professional experience in structural engineering or engineering mechanics.
Master of Science, Master of Engineering, or Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or similar field; open to hiring a bachelor's degree candidate who is on track to complete a Master of Science or Master of Engineering program.
Education must have an emphasis on structural analysis, structural dynamics, and/or engineering mechanics (e.g., civil, structural, mechanical, or similar engineering discipline).
Ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) registration within five years.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with technical staff and clients.
Proficient computer program skills, in programing languages such as Python and VBA.
Ability to travel and perform field inspection of structures under supervision.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Education/experience in finite element analysis (FEA)

Responsibilities

Perform structural analyses under supervision.
Design new structures and repairs of existing structures.
Perform linear and nonlinear finite element analyses, under supervision, using programs such as LS-DYNA, Abaqus and ANSYS.
Work on routine problems independently and on project teams.
Assist in preparation of proposals, letters, reports, calculations, drawings, specifications, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.
Review work by technicians, draftsmen, and others assisting the project team.
Conduct field inspections and support in-house lab work.
Conduct engineering calculations, using software such as Matlab and Mathcad.

Benefits

Comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.
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
Annual discretionary bonus program
Generous paid time off
Health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums
SGH’s Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan
$5,000 sign-on bonus