Engineer in Training (Entry-level), Structural… at Simpson… · Houston

Summary: Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. They are seeking an Engineer in Training to assist with structural engineering services, focusing on new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing structures. Responsibilities: - Assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings and other structures including waterfront facilities such as marine terminals, wharves, piers, bulkheads, and other infrastructure - Work with senior staff to perform a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks in steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures - Conduct on-site investigations to document existing conditions and repair methodologies - Provide assistance during the construction administration phase of projects - Prepare drawings and calculations Required Qualifications: - MS in Civil or Structural Engineering - Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills required - Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities required - Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment required - Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines - Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report - Availability to travel abroad for short periods of time - Enthusiasm and passion - consistently maintains high levels of activity and productivity - Communication - conveys information clearly to supervisor, team members and external clients, with excellent writing and/or oral skills - Problem-solving – capability to solve minor or complex problems using data, logic, judgement and problem-solving tools - Accountability and responsibility - self-starter with willingness to interact as a team player and take independent initiative to ensure tasks are completed - Teamwork– work with others toward a shared goal, participating actively, sharing responsibility and rewards and contributing to the capability of the team - Teachable – passionate and willingness for continued learning of new ideas and concepts Preferred Qualifications: - Spanish speaking is a plus - FE/EIT certification, preferred - Familiarity with computer analysis software preferred (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.) Required Skills: MS in Civil Engineering, FE/EIT certification, Structural analysis software Important Skills: Spanish speaking Nice-to-Have Skills: Teachable Benefits: 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