Engineer in Training (Entry-Level), Energy Structures

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH)

Apr 2

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Engineering
Houston

Requirements

Master of Science in Engineering, Master of Engineering, or equivalent.
Ability to obtain Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Structural Engineering (S.E.) license within five years.
Up to 2 years of engineering experience.
Experience with structural analysis, structural dynamics, and/or structural mechanics.
Knowledge of design, analysis, evaluation, and/or permitting of onshore and offshore structures.
Knowledge of safety/risk analysis and probabilistic methods is a plus.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines amongst competing priorities.
Proficiency in at least one advanced analysis software package including ABAQUS, ANSYS, LS-DYNA, or USFOS.
Proficiency in at least one structural analysis software package including SAP2000, SACS STAAD-PRO, or RISA.
Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with technical staff and clients.
Ability to travel to remote job sites including offshore.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development and assessment of offshore platforms, chemical plants, and LNG terminals.
Develop design criteria and specifications for various structures, systems, and components.
Perform blast and fire response analyses.
Perform structural, seismic, and soil-structure interaction analyses.
Perform dropped object, ship collision, and projectile impact studies.
Metocean analysis of offshore structures and structural integrity management program support.
Design new structures and repairs of existing structures.
Assist with research and development efforts for LNG plants and offshore wind structures.
Interface with diverse analysts, designers, licensing engineers, regulators, and risk managers.
Review work by technicians, drafters, and others assisting the project team.
Conduct field investigations and site walkdowns.
Prepare proposals, letters, reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Prepare engineering calculations using software such as MATLAB and Mathcad.
Prepare and deliver technical presentations.
Develop and utilize programing and scripting languages including Python.
Maintain direct client contact within context of assigned work.
Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to staff.

FAQs

What kind of projects would I be working on as an Engineer in Training for Energy Structures at SGH?

As an Engineer in Training for Energy Structures at SGH, you would be working on various projects related to LNG plants, oil & gas facilities, offshore wind, power plants, CO2 storage, Hydrogen production, pipelines, tank farms, industrial buildings, rotating equipment foundations, and other piping systems.

What does the EMI team at SGH specialize in?

The EMI team at SGH specializes in structural and geotechnical analysis, design, evaluation, and risk assessment for energy and industrial facilities, particularly for extreme loadings and dynamic behavior of structures at oil & gas facilities.

What is the role of an Associate Project Consultant on the Houston EMI team?

The Associate Project Consultant on the Houston EMI team assists engineers and project managers to complete analysis and design calculations for a variety of projects related to energy and industrial facilities, focusing on structural and geotechnical analysis.

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH)

Engineering & Construction

Industry

501-1000

Employees

1956

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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, code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With more than 600 employees in eight office locations throughout the United States, SGH’s industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible.