Principal, Structural Engineering

Principal, Structural Engineering

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. With 800 employees nationwide, we leverage collective experience and technical expertise in structures, building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance.

Atlanta, GA (Full‑Time, In Office)

As a Principal in Structural Design, you will lead planning, design, and delivery of complex building and infrastructure projects. You will oversee structural design across multiple materials—including steel, concrete, masonry, and timber—for a wide range of project types such as commercial, residential, healthcare, higher education, cultural, and transportation facilities. In addition to project leadership, you will contribute to firm‑wide technical excellence by mentoring staff, coordinating technical resources across offices, and engaging with professional and regulatory organizations.

• Provide leadership in the design and investigation of structures across a broad range of uses and industries, including building, industrial, parking, temporary, and historic structures.
• Serve as a technical expert and project leader on structural engineering investigations, assessments, and litigation support projects involving root‑cause evaluations, collapses, wind‑related failures, and construction‑related incidents.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams including structural engineers, metallurgists, material scientists, and other technical specialists.
• Manage and deliver projects from concept through completion, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, client communication, and quality control.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry partners, and other stakeholders to generate new business opportunities and drive growth.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level staff, supporting their technical and professional development.
• Contribute to SGH’s thought leadership by participating in code development, industry committees, technical publications, and public speaking opportunities.
• Promote SGH’s collaborative and ethical culture while helping to elevate the firm’s national profile in structural engineering.

• Master’s degree, or higher, in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in at least one U.S. state, with the ability to obtain licensure in Georgia required. A Structural Engineering (S.E.) license is preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in structural engineering, including forensic investigations and/or structural design.
• Experience providing litigation support, including expert witness testimony, is preferred.
• Proven track record of technical excellence and leadership on complex projects involving building structures or temporary works.
• Demonstrated business development skills and ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting technical topics to clients.
• Integrity and honesty; candidates must view these qualities as paramount.

• Paid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with 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
• Empathy Bereavement Support
• Pre‑tax Commuter Benefit
• AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
• Legal & Identity Theft plans
• Tuition Reimbursement

The compensation range below is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

• Associate Principal: $214,240 – $236,080
• Principal: $262,080
• Senior Principal: $273,000

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  or call  and ask for Human Resources.

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