Do you want to help engineer what’s next?

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a multidisciplinary, national engineering firm of trusted consultants and technical experts offering services in structures, building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research. We are committed to building long-term client partnerships, creating rewarding careers for our employees, advancing our profession, and giving back to our communities. At SGH, we lean into complex challenges—applying our expertise, curiosity, and collaborative approach to help our clients move forward with confidence.

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 structural engineering and problem-solving.

Our Washington, D.C. Structures Division provides structural engineering services with an emphasis on new design, repair and rehabilitation, and investigation and performance evaluation of constructed works. We implement innovative techniques for design, analysis, and project management. SGH laboratories support our design and investigation work with material, mechanical, and environmental testing. This combination of experience, capability, and dedication to improving the practice of engineering positions SGH as a leading provider of engineering services.

We are seeking a talented and driven Structural Engineer with 8+ years of progressive industry experience and a demonstrated record of delivering high-quality engineering solutions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This is an opportunity to join a growing team of industry professionals working on challenging and impactful infrastructure and building projects throughout the region.

In this role, you will contribute to all phases of project delivery, including structural evaluation, analysis, design, and construction administration. You will serve as a technical resource for project teams, lead the development of engineering drawings and specifications, collaborate directly with clients, and play a key role in mentoring emerging engineers.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Perform structural evaluations, analyses, designs, and investigative engineering assignments.
Prepare and review structural calculations, technical reports, drawings, and specifications to maintain quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Assist with the 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, conducting 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.
Pursue professional activities to gain professional recognition.
Contribute to the continued growth and success of the Structures Division through leadership, collaboration, and innovation.

What You’ll Need:

MS in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
Minimum of 8 years of structural engineering experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
Strong technical expertise in the analysis, design, and evaluation of varying structural systems and materials.
Strong working knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, TMS, NDS, and other applicable standards and codes.
Proficiency in structural analysis and design tools such as RAM, RISA, ETABS, SAP2000, and Revit.
Experience managing projects, budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
A collaborative mindset and passion for delivering exceptional engineering solutions.
PE license required; SE license preferred (if applicable).
Willingness and ability to travel to remote job sites not accessible by public transportation, and if applicable, 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:

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 $7,500 sign-on bonus.

Senior Consulting Engineer or Senior Project Consultant:

$107,120—$156,520 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 [email protected] or call 781-907-9000 and ask for Human Resources.

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: SGH does not accept unsolicited agency resumes or candidate profiles. Please do not forward resumes or profiles for any of our job postings to our career site or to any Simpson Gumpertz & Heger employee. SGH is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Senior Consulting Engineer or Senior Project Consultant: 107120 - 156520 USD

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