Engineer in Training, Structural Engineering

Do you want to help engineer what’s next?

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 750 employees in ten office locations throughout the United States, SGH’s industry‑leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible.

What makes careers at SGH so special?

The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be.

There are many reasons to love SGH:

• Our Work:
  Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.
• Our People:
  We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Our Commitment:
  We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
• Our Contribution:
  We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company‑paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.

We want someone passionate about structural engineering and problem‑solving.

Our Structural Engineering division is looking to hire recent graduates with a Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering in our Chicago 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. Essential duties include performing a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks in steel, concrete, masonry and wood structures, assisting senior staff in on‑site investigations to document existing conditions and determine root of problems;

aiding senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects, and managing the preparation of drawings and specifications. A strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn are essential to this position.

• MS in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills required.
• FE/EIT certification, preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities required.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment is required.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with computer analysis software preferred (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.)
• Must have a 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.

• Paid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution
• Short and Long‑Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care…