Entry-Level Structural Engineer, Advanced Analysis

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Sick Time

Parental Leave

Profit Sharing & 401(k)

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & V​

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

FSAs (Health/Dependent Care)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm with an Atlanta EMI team focused on structural mechanics, numerical simulation, and performance-based design for complex projects in nuclear, energy, and infrastructure sectors.

We offer diverse opportunities to perform analyses, design repairs, and develop design criteria while collaborating with clients and teams across disciplines. The role includes field inspections, proposals, and professional growth toward PE/SE licensure.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of professional experience in structural engineering or engineering mechanics
• Master of Science or Master of Engineering degree
• Education emphasis on structural engineering and/or engineering mechanics (civil/structural engineering, mechanics of structures)
• Familiarity with building design codes such as IBC, ASCE, ACI, and AISC
• Ability to obtain PE or SE registration within five years
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with computer programming
• Ability to travel and perform field inspections under supervision
• May require a valid driver’s license with an acceptable MVR

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analyses under supervision for non-building and industrial structures
• Design new structures and repairs of existing structures for extreme dynamic loads
• Perform linear and nonlinear finite element analyses using Abaqus and ANSYS
• Develop facility-specific design criteria within regulated industries
• Assist in preparing proposals, letters, reports, calculations, drawings, specifications, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication
• Review work by technicians, draftsmen, and others on the project team
• Conduct field inspections
• Conduct engineering calculations using MATLAB and Mathcad

Skills

Communication skills

Programming proficiency

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

Abaqus

ANSYS

MATLAB

Mathcad

Job description

Do you want to help engineer what's 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, 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 engineering mechanics and problem-solving.

Our Engineering Mechanics and Infrastructure (EMI) team at SGH is seeking a motivated and creative engineer to join our Atlanta office. The EMI group leverages core structural engineering principles, numerical simulation, and innovative technologies to understand structural behavior and enhance structural performance. Our clients rely on their structural systems to protect critical assets, retain functionality under extreme loadings, and support novel constructed/deconstructed life cycles. In this role, you will contribute to challenging projects, particularly in the nuclear and energy sectors, while also having opportunities to support work involving buildings, bridges, pipelines, tanks, rail vehicles, rotating equipment, precision observatory structures, and other specialized infrastructure systems.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform structural analyses under supervision, typically for non-building and industrial structures.
• Design new structures and repairs of existing structures, especially for unique and extreme dynamic loads.
• Perform linear and nonlinear finite element analyses under supervision, using programs such as Abaqus and ANSYS.
• Develop and apply facility-specific design criteria within highly regulated industries.
• Assist in preparing 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.
• Conduct engineering calculations using software such as MATLAB and Mathcad.

What You’ll Need:

• 0 - 5 years of professional experience in structural engineering or engineering mechanics
• A Master of Science or Master of Engineering degree
• Education must have an emphasis on structural engineering and/or engineering mechanics (e.g., civil/structural engineering, mechanics of structures)
• Familiarity with building design codes such as IBC, ASCE, ACI, and AISC through education or experience
• 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.
• Proficiency with computer programming
• Ability to travel and perform field inspections of structures under supervision
• May require a valid driver's license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report

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 candidate's experience, qualifications, and work location.

• Bachelor's Degree: $79,560 - $81,640
• Master's Degree: $83,200 - $85,280

Base salary is a part of SGH's 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 SGH's Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.

This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Associate Project Consultant:

$79,560 — $85,280 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 [e-mail] call781-907-9000and ask for Human Resources.