Structural Engineer, Advanced Analysis

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH); Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) plan

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is seeking a Project Consultant to apply engineering mechanics and finite element methods to challenging structural projects. You will work on buildings, bridges, pipelines, and other structures, with supervision and opportunities for independent work.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in structural engineering, a degree in engineering mechanics or structural engineering, and experience with Abaqus/ANSYS, MATLAB, and programming in Python or VBA.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in structural engineering or engineering mechanics.
• Education with emphasis on structural analysis, dynamics, or mechanics.
• FEA experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analyses under supervision.
• Design new structures and repair existing structures.
• Conduct linear and nonlinear finite element analyses with supervision using Abaqus and ANSYS.
• Work on routine problems independently and on project teams.
• Assist in preparation of proposals, reports, calculations, drawings, and client communications.
• Review work by technicians and others assisting the project team.
• Conduct field inspections and support in-house lab work.
• Conduct engineering calculations using MATLAB and Mathcad.

Skills

2+ years experience

Strong communication

Python & VBA

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering Mechanics/Structural Engineering

Tools

Abaqus

ANSYS

MATLAB

Mathcad

Python

VBA

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 EMI team at SGH is always looking for great talent, and especially people who enjoy solving difficult problems creatively. Engineering Mechanics and 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, and other non-building structures and systems. SGH works on challenging projects for owners, contractors, and other engineering firms on a wide spectrum of projects that include nuclear and defense.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform structural analyses under supervision.
• Design new structures and repair existing structures.
• Perform linear and nonlinear finite element analyses, with supervision, using programs such as Abaqus and ANSYS.
• Work on routine problems independently and on project teams.
• Assist in the preparation of 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 and support in-house lab work.
• Conduct engineering calculations using software such as MATLAB and Mathcad.

What You’ll Need

• 2+ years of professional experience in structural engineering or engineering mechanics
• Bachelor's or Master's of Science or Engineering in Engineering Mechanics or Structural Engineering
• Education must have an emphasis on structural analysis, structural dynamics, and/or engineering mechanics (e.g., civil, structural, mechanical, or similar engineering discipline)
• Education/experience in finite element analysis (FEA), preferred
• 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
• Have proficient computer programming skills, in programming languages such as Python and VBA
• Ability to travel and perform field inspections of structures under supervision
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report, if applicable

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

The below range 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, qualifications and work location.

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.

Project Consultant

$82,680—$108,160 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 email [e-mail] or call 781-907-9000 and ask for Human Resources.