Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) · 3 days ago
Project Consultant
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$83K/yr - $108K/yr
0+ years expSimpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm focused on delivering comprehensive solutions for complex challenges in engineering. They are seeking a Project Consultant to join their Engineering Mechanics and Infrastructure team, where the role involves performing engineering analyses of structures for extreme events and unconventional requirements.
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Responsibilities
Work on routine problems independently and on project teams
Perform field walkdown assessments of power generation, national defense, industrial, and petrochemical facilities
Develop finite element models of structures using commercially available software and perform linear and nonlinear structural analyses using these models
Perform seismic soil-structure interaction analyses of building structures
Prepare calculations and reports documenting engineering analyses
Review work by analysts, technicians, draftsmen, and others assisting the project team
Assist in preparation of proposals, letters, reports, calculations, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication
Qualification
Required
0 – 2 years of professional experience in structural engineering or engineering mechanics
Master of Science, Master of Engineering, or Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or similar field
Education must have an emphasis on structural analysis, structural dynamics, and/or engineering mechanics
Strong background in structural analysis, structural dynamics, structural design, and engineering mechanics is required
Knowledge and understanding of probabilistic concepts such as risk and reliability, uncertainty quantification, random vibrations, and/or stochastic processes
Familiarity with commercial finite element analysis computer programs such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, LS-DYNA, and/or SAP2000
Ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) registration within five years
Strong written and verbal English language communication skills
Ability to interact professionally with technical staff and clients
Proficiency with use of computer programming and scripting tools for engineering computations, such as Mathcad, MATLAB, Python, and/or VBA
Ability to travel and perform field inspection of structures under supervision
May be required to work on projects that are subject to passing a security clearance check
Valid driver's license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report, if applicable
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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