Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH)→
Structural Engineer, Advanced Analysis at Simpson… · Atlanta
Entry LevelOn-siteFull-timeAtlanta, GA$80k–$108k/yr
Skills
structural engineeringengineering mechanicsfinite element analysisabaqusansysmatlabmathcadbuilding design codesibcasceaciaiscprofessional engineer (pe) registrationstructural engineer (se) registrationcomputer programmingfield inspections
Job Description
Summary: Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for complex challenges. The role involves performing structural analyses, designing new structures, and developing facility-specific design criteria, particularly in the nuclear and energy sectors.
Responsibilities:
- Perform structural analyses under supervision, typically for non-building and industrial structures
- Design new structures and repairs of existing structures, especially for unique and extreme dynamic loads
- Perform linear and nonlinear finite element analyses under supervision, using programs such as Abaqus and ANSYS
- Develop and apply facility-specific design criteria within highly regulated industries
- Assist in preparing proposals, letters, reports, calculations, drawings, specifications, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication
- Review work by technicians, draftsmen, and others assisting the project team
- Conduct field inspections
- Conduct engineering calculations using software such as MATLAB and Mathcad
Required Qualifications:
- 0 – 2 years of professional experience in structural engineering or engineering mechanics
- A Master of Science or Master of Engineering degree
- Education must have an emphasis on structural engineering and/or engineering mechanics (e.g., civil/structural engineering, mechanics of structures)
- Familiarity with building design codes such as IBC, ASCE, ACI, and AISC through education or experience
- Ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) registration within five years
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with technical staff and clients
- Proficiency with computer programming
- Ability to travel and perform field inspections of structures under supervision
- May require a valid driver's license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report
Required Skills: Structural Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Finite Element Analysis, Abaqus, ANSYS, MATLAB, Mathcad, Building Design Codes, IBC, ASCE, ACI, AISC, Professional Engineer (PE) Registration, Structural Engineer (SE) Registration, Computer Programming, Field Inspections
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
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