Principal, Structural Engineering

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 214,240 - 273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental &amp

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing

Parental Leave

Job summary

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) in Atlanta, GA seeks an Associate Principal to lead structural engineering projects across industries, mentor staff, and grow client relationships. The role emphasizes technical leadership, project management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver rigorous investigations and design solutions.

Candidates should have a Master’s in Civil or Structural Engineering, 15+ years of experience, and PE licensure (Georgia licensure via Georgia preferred;

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 15+ years of structural engineering experience.
• P.E. licensure in at least one U.S. state; Georgia licensure preferred.
• Experience with forensic investigations and project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in design and investigation of structures across diverse uses.
• Lead structural engineering investigations, assessments, and litigation support.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage projects from concept to completion.
• Cultivate client relationships and drive new business opportunities.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to technical publications and industry committees.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Written & verbal communication

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Master’s in Civil or Structural Engineering

15+ years structural engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) in at least one U.S. state

Georgia licensure eligible / S.E. license preferred

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.

Location: Atlanta, GA (Full‑Time, In Office)

The Position

• Provide leadership in the design and investigation of structures across a broad range of uses and industries, including building, industrial, parking, temporary, and historic structures.
• Serve as a technical expert and project leader on structural engineering investigations, assessments, and litigation support projects involving root cause evaluations, collapses, wind‑related failures, and construction‑related incidents.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams including structural engineers, metallurgists, material scientists, and other technical specialists.
• Manage and deliver projects from concept through completion, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, client communication, and quality control.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry partners, and other stakeholders to generate new business opportunities and drive growth.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level staff, supporting their technical and professional development.
• Contribute to SGH’s thought leadership by participating in code development, industry committees, technical publications, and public speaking opportunities.
• Promote SGH’s collaborative and ethical culture while helping to elevate the firm’s national profile in structural engineering.

What You’ll Need

• Master’s degree, or higher, in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in at least one U.S. state, with the ability to obtain licensure in Georgia required. A Structural Engineering (S.E.) license is preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in structural engineering, including forensic investigations and/or structural design.
• Experience providing litigation support, including expert witness testimony, is preferred.
• Proven track record of technical excellence and leadership on complex projects involving building structures or temporary works.
• Demonstrated business development skills and ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting technical topics to clients.
• SGH prides itself on its standards of ethics and honesty; candidates must view these qualities as paramount.

Benefits Overview

• 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

The compensation range below is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Base salary is a part of SGH’s industry leading Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary, pay for extra direct 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.

Pay Range

• Associate Principal: $214,240 - $236,080
• Principal: $262,080
• Senior Principal: $273,000

Principal (all levels)

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 email [e-mail] or call 781-907-9000 and ask for Human Resources.