Simpson Gumpertz & HegerPosition Title: Engineer in Training, Marine/Waterfront
Do you want to help engineer whats 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, SGHs industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of whats 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 Marine Engineering and problem-solving.Our Marine/Waterfront division is looking to recent graduates with a masters degree in civil, Structural, Coastal, or Ocean Engineering in our Portland, ME office.
What You'll Be Doing:The Marine/Waterfront Division provides consulting services to inspect, evaluate, analyze, and design various marine and waterfront structures, facilities, and infrastructure. You will contribute to multidisciplinary teams of structural, geotechnical, mechanical, fire, and civil engineers working with SGH.
Essential duties include performing a wide range of structural engineering analysis and design tasks; assisting senior staff in on-site investigations to document existing conditions and determine the root of problems; managing the preparation of drawings and specifications; and aiding senior staff during the construction administration phase of projects. A strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn is essential to this position.
What You'll Need: MS in Civil, Structural, Coastal, or Ocean Engineering
Communication skills: excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills. Ability to convey information to internal and external clients.
Problem-solving ability: solving minor or complex problems using data, logic, and judgment. Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills.
Team-oriented mindset ability to work successfully with others toward a shared goal with active participation.
Accountability and responsibility - ability to meet deadlines. Willingness to take independent initiative to ensure tasks are competed.
Enthusiasm, passion, and desire to continue learning new ideas and concepts.
Familiarity with computer analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAP, RISA, RAM, SAFE, etc.)
Valid drivers license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
FE/EIT certification, preferred.
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.
Benefits Overview: SGH provides the following benefits to eligible employees:
- 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
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
- Legal & Identity Theft plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
Compensation:This compensation range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The pay range below is effective for 2026 and based on highest degree achieved. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidates experience, qualifications, and work location.
- Bachelors Degree: $79,560 - $81,640
- Masters Degree: $83,200 - $85,280
- Doctorate Degree: $90,480 - $92,560
Base salary is a part of SGHs 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 SGHs Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.
Associate Project Consultant:$79,560-$90,480 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.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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