Professional Engineer, Structural Engineering

About the role

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 in structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions.

The Structural Engineering Division provides structural engineering services with emphasis on repair and rehabilitation of constructed works, investigation and performance evaluation, and adaptive re-use of existing structures. The role will focus on the repair, rehabilitation, and restoration of existing buildings.

Responsibilities

• Work on a wide range of structural-engineering projects involving steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures.
• Plan and conduct site investigations to document existing conditions.
• Execute the construction-administration phase of projects, including bid assistance, submittal review, site meetings, and observations of completed work.
• Serve as a manager on projects that may include:
  • Condition assessments of existing buildings
  • Design of repair/rehabilitation/restoration measures for existing structures and preparation of construction documents
  • Design and details of structural components for adaptive re-use and modifications of existing building structures
  • Investigation of structural failures and adverse performance issues
  • Preparation of technical reports
• Conduct structural evaluations, repair design, and investigative projects; complete and review analysis and design calculations; execute and manage the preparation of drawings and specifications.
• Manage project budgets and schedules.
• Assist with mentoring of junior staff.
• Interact with clients and maintain direct client contact within the context of assigned work.
• Pursue professional activities to gain professional recognition.
• Publish articles/papers and give technical presentations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural analysis and design of concrete, steel, masonry, and wood-frame structures.
• MS in Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineering License (SE) required.
• Proficient in writing and editing of project specifications, technical reports, field reports, project correspondence, and proposals.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage project budgets.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficient in the use of computer analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.).
• Ability to travel to remote job sites not accessible by public transportation, and if applicable, an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

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

Base salary range: $93,600—$120,120 USD. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and work location. This position is eligible for a $7,500 sign-on bonus.

SGH’s Total Compensation package includes base salary, pay for extra hours worked, an annual discretionary bonus program, generous paid time off, and health and wellness benefits with substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGH’s Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.