Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) · 2 months ago
Engineer in Training (Entry-level), Geotechnical Engineering (Waltham, MA)
Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$80K/yr - $93K/yr
0+ years expSimpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for their clients’ most complex challenges. The role involves supporting the development of geotechnical, geo-structural, and construction engineering services through various engineering analyses and design tasks.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Perform various types of engineering analyses and design associated with deep and shallow foundations, earth retaining structures, excavation support systems, soil settlement, slope stability, soil dynamics and earthquake engineering, groundwater flow and seepage, earthen embankments/dams/reservoirs, tunnels, and asphalt and concrete pavement
Assist in planning, scheduling, conducting and/or coordinating field and laboratory services for a wide range of project types including new design, forensic investigations, and repair/remediation
Assist in preparing reports
Assist in the preparation of drawings and project specifications suitable for construction
Perform construction administration and construction monitoring duties
Assist in the preparation of scope, schedules, and budgets for proposals
Qualification
Required
0-3+ years of experience
MS with a concentration in Geotechnical or GeoStructural Engineering
Communication skills: excellent written, oral and verbal communication skills. Ability to convey information to internal and external clients clearly
Problem-solving ability: capability to solve minor or complex problems using data, logic, and judgement. Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills
Team-oriented mindset – ability to work successfully with others toward a shared goal with active participation
Accountability and responsibility - ability to meet deadlines. Willingness to take independent initiative to ensure tasks are completed
Enthusiasm, passion, and desire for continued learning of new ideas and concepts
Valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report
Willingness to travel to out-of-state project sites on occasion and ability to travel to remote job sites not accessible by public transportation
Preferred
Familiarity with geotechnical computer analysis software preferred (e.g., GEOSLOPE Suite, Slide, Plaxis, LPILEplus, CIVILTech Shoring, DeepEX, Settle3D, etc.)
FE/EIT certification, preferred
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
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
Legal & Identity Theft plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH)
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges.
501-1000 employees
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Chief Financial Officer
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Talent Acquisition Partner
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