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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH)

Senior Consulting Engineer, Marine Structural

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH), Oakland, California, United States, 94616

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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 nine office locations throughout the United States, SGH’s industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance what’s possible.

We Want Someone Passionate About Engineering and Problem Solving.

The Structural Engineering division works on a variety of marine terminal project types including evaluation, new design, upgrade, repair and rehabilitation of existing marine structures throughout the Americas. Our work comprises pile-supported wharves and piers, breasting/mooring dolphins, bulkheads, and yard areas as part of container terminals, bulk handling facilities, and fuel transfer hubs. You will contribute to multi-disciplinary teams of structural, geotechnical, mechanical, fire, and civil engineers working with SGH.

Responsibilities

Manage a team of talented marine designers as an essential part of the marine project delivery

Lead on designs, inspection, evaluation, and analysis of a variety of marine, waterfront and port structures, including buildings

Review calculations for project components that predominantly include structural concrete, prestressed concrete and steel elements, at locations of high seismicity and hurricane exposure

Work with the principal-in-charge, senior project managers, and junior staff to plan and execute projects

Interact and coordinate with clients, contractors, and other project partners

Serve as a project manager on select projects including management of budgets, schedules, and staffing

Execute and manage development of construction drawings, structural calculation packages, and technical specifications

Provide construction administration and field observation services with the opportunity to travel to foreign countries where projects are located

Assist with training, mentoring, and managing junior staff

Assist in proposal development and business development efforts

Pursue professional activities to gain professional recognition

Qualifications

M.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering required

9+ years of experience in structural analysis and design of structural concrete, prestressed concrete and steel structures

Fluency on ASCE 61 and PIANC Seismic design of Port Structures Guidelines is a plus

Registered professional engineer in the United States, or ability to obtain within 12 months of joining SGH

Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines

Communication skills: excellent written, oral and verbal communication; ability to convey information to internal and external clients clearly. Spanish speaking is a plus

Problem-solving ability: capability to solve minor or complex problems using data, logic, and judgment; strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills

Ability to travel for project site visits, client meetings, and business development, including some overnight travel and international travel

Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report

Benefits Overview SGH provides the following benefits to eligible employees:

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 Flexible Spending Accounts

Fertility, Family Forming, and Hormonal Health benefit

Employee Assistance Program

Legal & Identity Theft plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Compensation The below range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidate’s experience, qualifications and work location.

Base salary is a part of SGH’s industry leading Total Compensation package. Our 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 a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGH’s Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.

$105,040—$144,560 USD

SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email jobs@sgh.com or call 781-907-9000 and ask for Human Resources.

Location and Availability Oakland, CA; San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding locations as applicable. This role may require travel to project sites and offshore locations as needed.

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