Consulting Engineer, Marine/Waterfront Civil/Structural

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

We want someone passionate about engineering and problem solving

The ideal candidate will provide consulting services to inspect, evaluate, analyze, and design a variety of marine and waterfront structures, facilities, and infrastructure. You will contribute to multi-disciplinary teams of structural, geotechnical, mechanical, fire, and civil engineers working with SGH. You will be expected to have a strong technical background and problem-solving mindset to deliver creative solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

We are seeking Marine/Waterfront Civil/Structural Engineers to join our Oakland, CA office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing waterfront and marine engineering practice. You will have the opportunity to:

• Inspect, evaluate, analyze, and design a variety of marine, waterfront, port, and harbor structures, facilities, and infrastructure.
• Support waterfront stabilization and resiliency projects that involve wind, wave, current, tide, flood, sea level rise, mooring, berthing, and seismic loads.
• Prepare calculations for project components that may include concrete, steel, aluminum, composite, and timber elements.
• Prepare technical reports.
• Develop construction drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Provide construction administration and field observation.
• Assist with training, mentoring, and managing junior staff and interns.
• Assist in proposal development and business development efforts.

What You’ll Need

• M.S. degree in Civil, Structural, Coastal, or Ocean Engineering required. 
• 4+ years of experience in waterfront/marine/port/ocean engineering;  Experience with ASCE MOP 130, ASCE 61, PIANC Guidelines is a plus.
• Registered professional engineer in the United States, or ability to obtain within 12 months of joining SGH
• Communication skills: excellent written, oral and verbal communication skills; Ability to convey information to internal and external clients clearly.
• 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 client meetings and business development, including some overnight travel.

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.

 

Compensation 

Anticipated annual base salary: $88,920 - $123,760. This range is a good-faith estimate provided pursuant to the Texas Pay Transparency Law.  

This position is eligible for SGH’s discretionary annual performance bonus program. 

The actual salary offered may vary from the range, as permitted by the Texas Equal Pay Transparency Law, and will be based on several factors including the candidate’s experience and qualifications, education, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. 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 competitive healt