Entry-level Engineer, Structural Engineering

About the role

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients' most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 800 employees in offices nationwide, SGH's industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what's possible.

Our Structural Engineering division is looking to hire recent graduates with a Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering in our Minneapolis office. The Structures Division provides structural engineering services with emphasis on new design, repair, and rehabilitation of constructed works, and investigation and performance evaluation of structures. As an entry-level hire, you will assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks in steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures
• Assist senior staff in on-site investigations to document existing conditions and determine root causes of problems
• Aid senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects
• Manage the preparation of drawings and specifications

Requirements

• MS in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills
• FE/EIT certification (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with computer analysis software preferred (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.)
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report
• Enthusiasm and passion — consistently maintain high levels of activity and productivity
• Communication — conveys information to internal and external clients clearly with excellent writing or oral skills
• Problem-solving — capability to solve minor or complex problems using data, logic, judgment, 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 willing to continue learning new ideas and concepts

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

Pay

This compensation range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The pay range below is effective for 2027 and based on highest degree achieved. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and work location.

• Bachelor's Degree: $83,200 - $84,760
• Master's Degree: $86,840 - $88,400

Base salary is a part of SGH's industry-leading Total Compensation package, which includes base salary, pay for extra hours worked,