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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger

Engineering firm providing holistic building solutions

Consulting Engineer - Applied Science & Research

Structural EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWaltham, MA, USA$93.6k - $120.1kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering, or Materials Science, from an ABET-accredited university; well-qualified candidates with an Associate's degree will be considered.
  • Five to ten years of engineering experience; less experience may be considered for candidates with a Master's degree.
  • A Professional Engineer license, or the ability and willingness to obtain one within two years.
  • Experience designing, procuring, building, and using custom test setups for material and assembly testing in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
  • Experience with testing equipment such as Instron, MTS, or Forney.
  • Familiarity with computer laboratory software such as SolidWorks, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.
  • Strong communication and writing skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
  • Independent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and lead younger engineering staff on assignments.
  • A valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Responsibilities

  • Perform engineering testing and analysis for building, bridge, and piping projects involving concrete, composites, polymers and plastics, wood, metals, glass, and masonry and ceramics.
  • Develop scopes of services and prepare proposals.
  • Serve as a Project Manager by assembling and managing project teams, overseeing work, and serving as the primary client contact.
  • Monitor or conduct laboratory testing and failure analysis of construction materials.
  • Analyze research and investigation data to develop well-founded cause-and-effect relationships.
  • Design, build, fabricate, or subcontract fixtures for testing.
  • Conduct on-site inspections and investigations, including surveys and documentation of distress, field testing, and condition documentation.
  • Stay current with scientific methods and developments affecting the technical specialty.
  • Participate in industry organizations, serve on technical committees, author papers in the area of expertise, and develop industry recognition as an expert.
  • Develop internally and externally funded research projects related to the firm's core business.

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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