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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) · 5 months ago

Experienced Licensed Engineer, Geotechnical/Structural

New York, New York, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$89K/yr - $124K/yr

6+ years exp

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm focused on providing holistic solutions for complex challenges in engineering. The Geotechnical/Structural Engineering position involves leading investigations, analyses, and designs for various structures, as well as managing projects and client relationships.

ConsultingLegal

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Leading and directing engineering investigations, analyses, design and peer reviews of structures that include deep and shallow foundations, ground improvement systems, earth retaining structures, excavation support systems, and evaluating the effects of construction on adjacent structures

Performing analyses related to soil settlement, slope stability, soil dynamics, and groundwater flow and seepage

Evaluating earthen embankments/dams/reservoirs, tunnels, and asphalt and concrete pavements

Performing analyses and forensic evaluations of failed or deteriorated structures

Designing repairs or retrofits to addresses deterioration and distress to existing structures

Supporting construction operations for contractors, including new construction, rehabilitation, strengthening, and repair

Performing investigations to support insurance claims and/or litigation

Preparing proposals, including budgeting and personnel requirements

Planning work for approval by your supervisor

Conducting assignments requiring only general guidance on the approach to solving unusual problems

Managing a complex project or part of a project with responsibility for supervising pertinent work, evaluating results, and preparing reports with minimal assistance

Delegating tasks using a coaching relationship for supervising the technical work of project staff

Managing direct client contact within existing work while building and nurturing relationships with external project team members

Actively contributing to internal technical training

Drafting complex letters, formal reports, letter reports, specifications, and proposals with minimal supervisor guidance

Leading technical and/or project discussions with clients and external project teams

Qualification

Geotechnical EngineeringStructural EngineeringProfessional LicensureComputer Analysis SoftwareProject ManagementClient CommunicationTime ManagementTechnical Writing

Required

6+ years of relevant civil engineering experience or equivalent experience in a related field

Professional licensure required

MS or Ph.D with a concentration in Geotechnical or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university

Affiliation within academia or an industry organization such as ASCE or other active geotechnical/structural organization, including working on committees, making presentations, authoring articles, or other active participation

Demonstrated advanced technical knowledge within your area of technical expertise

Ability to integrate the work of several technical experts into an effective solution

Prior exposure to similar project types and awareness of related outside technical resources

Skill in personal time management and project scope management

Ability to identify and manage changes in scope

Expertise in computer analysis software (e.g., GEOSLOPE Suite, Slide, Plaxis, LPILEplus, CIVILTech Shoring, DeepEX, Settle3D, ETABS, SAP2000, RISA, etc.)

Willingness to travel to out-of-state project sites on occasion and ability to travel to remote job sites not accessible by public transportation

Valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report