Geotechnical Engineering Co-op - $1k Sign-On Bonus

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH); Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

$1,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) in Waltham is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering co-op for winter/spring 2027. You’ll develop skills on investigations, analyses, and designs across foundations, slope stability, and soil behavior under supervision.

You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, with interest in geotechnical engineering, strong grades, and excellent communication. SGH offers medical insurance, paid holidays, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and plan to complete a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Interest in geotechnical engineering.
• High grades in their studies.
• Interest in learning through hands-on work experience in a consulting engineering environment.
• Enthusiastic about the challenges of developing sophisticated engineering work products in an atmosphere of high professionalism.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and develop your engineering skills on a breadth of projects that may include:
• Engineering investigations, analyses, and design of structures include deep and shallow foundations, ground improvement systems, earth retaining structures, excavation support systems, and adjacent construction.
• Analyses related to soil settlement, slope stability, soil dynamics, groundwater flow, and seepage. Evaluate earthen embankments/dams/reservoirs, tunnels, asphalt, and concrete pavements.
• Analyses and forensic evaluations of failed or deteriorated structures.
• Support construction operations for contractors, including new construction, rehabilitation, strengthening, and repair.
• Collaborate with SGH's Marine, Flood, Engineering Mechanics, Structural, and Building Technology groups on slope and shoreline stabilization, retaining wall systems, footing drainage systems, sub-slab dewatering systems, floodproofing, plaza drainage systems, and many other exciting projects.
• Organize field data and assist with research to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design.
• Perform analysis under the guidance of licensed professionals using a combination of hand calculations and analysis software.
• Assist with preparing client deliverables, including construction documents, specifications, and written reports.

Skills

Geotechnical interest

Strong communication

Hands-on learning

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Job description

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) in Waltham is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering co-op for winter/spring 2027. You’ll develop skills on investigations, analyses, and designs across foundations, slope stability, and soil behavior under supervision.

You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, with interest in geotechnical engineering, strong grades, and excellent communication. SGH offers medical insurance, paid holidays, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus.