Entry-level Engineer, Building Technology

Do you want to help engineer what’s next? Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a multidisciplinary, national engineering firm of trusted consultants and technical experts offering services in structures, building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research. We are committed to building long-term client partnerships, creating rewarding careers for our employees, advancing our profession, and giving back to our communities. At SGH, we lean into complex challenges—applying our expertise, curiosity, and collaborative approach to help our clients move forward with confidence. 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 engineering and problem-solving. Our Building Technology division is always looking for great talent, especially people who enjoy solving difficult problems. We are looking to speak with recent or upcoming graduates with a Bachelor of Architectural Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering to join our team in the Washington, D.C. office. What You’ll Do: Building Technology is applying engineering principles, physics, and materials science to the exterior envelope of buildings to make them durable, energy-efficient, and able to resist water infiltration reliably. As an Associate Project Consultant, under the direction of a licensed engineer, you will assist with new design, evaluation, investigation, and design of repairs for existing buildings. Essential duties include climbing ladders and scaffolds, the ability to work at great heights, and the ability to travel by car to multiple job sites. A strong technical education, professional demeanor, and desire to learn are essential to this position. What You’ll Need: Bachelor of Architectural Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering. 0 to 5 years of experience, EIT preferred. Demonstrated interest in building construction and solving engineering problems. Commitment to lifelong learning and enthusiasm for the work. Experience in any of the following areas is a plus: building construction or an allied field, industrial rope access (rock climbing), mechanical repair, AutoCAD, Revit. Enthusiasm and passion - consistently maintain high levels of activity and productivity. Communication - conveys information to internal and external clients clearly with excellent writing and 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. <li d