Senior Structural/Bridge Engineer

Description

• Review submittals and shop drawings
• Prepare proposals
• Coordinate and manage tasks within projects
• Examine existing structures and load ratings
• Develop an understanding of project finances
• Coordinate closely with the team on projects, as well as other disciplines as needed, to support client needs
• Prepare necessary plans, specifications, estimates, and technical memorandums
• Perform engineering techniques on a variety of assignments for structural elements under minimal supervision
• Participate in or lead structural or project related team meetings
• Perform work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule
• Assist in developing schedules and objectives for the project and/or work of field staff
• Compile and review reports
• Evaluate design calculations for projects
• Perform project specific analyses
• Use necessary computer software tools and applications to solve difficult engineering problems
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Mentor and guide entry-level engineers and collaboratively share information
• Participation on conference panels, poster sessions, papers or presentations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant post-education experience.
• Experience with industry (i.e., AASHTO standards and procedures).
• Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• Master's Degree or Ph.D.
• P.E. or Essential License, as applicable.
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
• Working knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Utilize technical knowledge to propose creative solutions and solve complex technical problems
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, CIVIL 3D, Larsa 4D, CSiBridge, L-pile, etc.), technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.
• Ability to assertively direct others in the field such as subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Experience with local DOT projects.
• Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Experience with industry design standards such as AASHTO, ACI, AISC etc.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• E.I.T. Certification.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance