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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger

Engineering firm providing holistic building solutions

Entry-Level Structural Engineer - Advanced Analysis

Structural EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWaltham, MA, USA$83.2k - $88.4k

About the Job

Requirements

  • The candidate must have 0–2 years of professional experience in structural engineering or engineering mechanics.
  • The candidate must have a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Engineering Mechanics or Structural Engineering.
  • The candidate's education must emphasize structural analysis, structural dynamics, and/or engineering mechanics, such as civil, structural, mechanical, or a similar engineering discipline.
  • The candidate must be able to obtain Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer registration within five years.
  • The candidate must have proficient computer programming skills, such as Python and Visual Basic for Applications.
  • The candidate must be able to travel and perform field inspections of structures under supervision.
  • The candidate must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report, if applicable.
  • The candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills to interact professionally with technical staff and clients.

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural analyses under supervision.
  • Design new structures and repair existing structures.
  • Perform linear and nonlinear finite element analyses under supervision using programs such as Abaqus and ANSYS.
  • Work independently on routine problems and as part of project teams.
  • Assist with preparing proposals, letters, reports, calculations, drawings, specifications, budgets, schedules, and client communications.
  • Review work by technicians, draftsmen, and others assisting the project team.
  • Conduct field inspections and support in-house laboratory work.
  • Perform engineering calculations using software such as MATLAB and Mathcad.

Desired Qualifications

  • Education or experience in finite element analysis is preferred.

About the Company

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger

Engineering firm providing holistic building solutions

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm that provides comprehensive advisory services for complex building and structural challenges. It covers structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, code consulting, and applied science and research to help clients achieve better performance. SGH works by using multidisciplinary teams across its eight U.S. offices and more than 600 employees to deliver fully integrated engineering solutions; projects combine structural design, envelope performance, risk assessment, and scientific study to address real-world problems. The company differentiates itself through its broad, cross‑disciplinary scale, nationwide presence, and focus on holistic, research‑backed guidance rather than isolated services. Its goal is to deliver unrivaled, end‑to‑end solutions that drive superior performance for clients facing their most complex engineering challenges.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
$194.5M
Headquarters
Waltham, MA
Founded
1956

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