Entry-level Engineer, Engineering Mechanics & Infrastructure
Job Summary
Do you want to help engineer whats next
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 SGHs industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of whats 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 problem-solving.
Engineering Mechanics & Infrastructure (EMI) applies engineering mechanics materials science numerical simulation innovative technologies and collective expertise to solve our clients toughest problems in an inspiring work environment that nurtures life-long learning and growth. A successful candidate for EMI may work on projects related to buildings bridges pipelines nuclear facilities tanks rail vehicles rotating equipment precision observatory structures bridges and other non-building structures and systems. EMIs special areas of expertise include failure analysis wind effects seismic analysis soil-structure interaction dynamic and blast response structural plastics composites metallurgy and corrosion analysis.
The Materials division of EMI provides services with emphasis on repair and rehabilitation of constructed works and investigation and performance evaluation of a variety of structures and materials. Essential duties include performing a wide range of structural and materials 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 the root of problems; managing the preparation of drawings and specifications; and aiding senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects. A strong technical education professional demeanor and desire to learn are essential to this position.
- Provide support in selecting materials for structural mechanical and building applications.
- Conduct failure analysis of metals concrete polymers composites and other structural materials.
- Plan and conduct site investigations to document existing conditions.
- Prepare and present reports and presentations to clients.
- Manage and conduct laboratory tests and analyses.
- Assist in preparing proposals letters reports calculations drawings specifications budgeting scheduling and client communication
- Education must have an emphasis on materials science material engineering structural engineering or engineering mechanics.
- 0 to 5 years of experience in civil structural or materials engineering.
- Ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) registration within five years
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with technical staff and clients.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to travel and perform field inspections of structures under supervision.
- Must have a valid drivers license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
- Preferred - M.S. or greater in Materials Science Metallurgy Structural Engineering or similar and background of academic excellence.
Benefits Overview:
SGH provides the following benefits to eligible employees:
- 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
Compensation:
This compensation range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The pay range below is effective for 2026 and based on highest degree achieved. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidates experience qualifications and work location.
- Bachelors Degree: $79560 - $81640
- Masters Degree: $83200 - $85280
Base salary is a part of SGHs industry leading Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary pay for extra hours worked an annual discretionary bonus program generous paid time off and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGHs Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.
This position is eligible for a $5000 sign-on bonus.
Associate Project Consultant:
$79560 - $83200 USD
SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability please emailor calland ask for Human Resources.
TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: SGH does not accept unsolicited agency resumes or candidate profiles. Please do not forward resumes or profiles for any of our job postings to our career site or to any Simpson Gumpertz & Heger employee. SGH is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
We engineer the important and treasured structures of a community for today’s needs and future realities.