Senior Structural Engineer: Design, Evaluation & Leadership

simpsongumpertzheger; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is seeking a talented Structural Engineer with 5+ years of progressive experience in Washington, D.C. to join our Structures Division.

You will engage in design, evaluation, and construction administration for challenging infrastructure and building projects, mentoring junior staff and collaborating with clients. You will lead calculations, analyses, and drawings, coordinate with teams, manage budgets and schedules, and travel to remote sites as needed.

Qualifications

• MS in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years of structural engineering experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• PE license required; SE license preferred (if applicable).
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design tools such as RAM, RISA, ETABS, SAP2000, and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural evaluations, analyses, designs, and investigative engineering assignments.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Assist with management of projects from concept through construction, including scope, budget, schedule, and quality control.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Provide construction-phase support, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, site observations, and resolving field issues.
• Mentor and support the professional development of junior engineers and technical staff.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive service and technical excellence.

Skills

PE license

5+ years experience

Leadership

Communication

Education

MS in Structural Engineering

Tools

RAM

RISA

ETABS

SAP2000

Revit

Job description

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is seeking a talented Structural Engineer with 5+ years of progressive experience in Washington, D.C. to join our Structures Division.

You will engage in design, evaluation, and construction administration for challenging infrastructure and building projects, mentoring junior staff and collaborating with clients. You will lead calculations, analyses, and drawings, coordinate with teams, manage budgets and schedules, and travel to remote sites as needed.