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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 mechanical engineering and problem solving.

SGH is committed to building its practice in Fire Protection Engineering and Fire Science by hiring an experienced and motivated professional with expertise in fire protection and fire science technology. Working under the direction of the Fire Protection Engineering Principal, this professional will provide technical expertise and guidance and contribute to the design, rehabilitation, and investigation of fire protection engineering projects, while supporting the continued growth of the practice.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Provide fire protection engineering consulting services.
Support the growth and development of the fire protection engineering group at SGH.
Contribute to the evaluation and use of relevant technologies and approaches.
Support forensic and litigation activities.
Interface with building and fire officials as needed.
Contribute to marketing and business development efforts for fire protection engineering services.
Collaborate with other practice areas within SGH to support project and client needs.
Participate in local and national professional organizations.
Prepare and submit professional papers and technical publications.

What You’ll Need:

BS in Fire Protection Engineering, MS preferred.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in fire protection engineering. Will consider more experienced applicants for Senior Consulting Engineer roles.
Professional Registration in fire protection engineering.
Extensive experience as project manager for different types of projects including building and fire code consulting; fire investigation; performance-based design; and fire, smoke, and egress modeling.
Working familiarity with fire and smoke modeling software.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proven ability to market and sell fire engineering services.
Staff management experience.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Commitment to excellence and professionalism.
Commitment to embrace SGH’s standards for work product delivery.
Must have a valid driver's license and 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:

$106,600—$149,240 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: 106600 - 149240 USD

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger

Senior Consulting Engineer - Fire Protection Engineering

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