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Engineer in Training – Entry-level – Structural Engineering
Company | Simpson Gumpertz & Heger |
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Location | Boston, MA, USA |
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Salary | $28.5 – $35.75 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Master’s |
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Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad |
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Requirements
- MS in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills required.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical and judgment capabilities are required.
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment required.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
- Enthusiasm and passion – consistently maintains 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, judgement and problem-solving tools.
- Accountability and responsibility – self-starter with a 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 willingness for continued learning of new ideas and concepts.
Responsibilities
- Assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings.
- 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 of problems.
- Aid senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects.
- Manage the preparation of drawings and specifications.
Preferred Qualifications
- FE/EIT certification is preferred.
- Familiarity with computer analysis software preferred (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.)