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Experienced Professional, Structural Engineering

Wsp

The Role

Overview

Design, analyze, and support structural engineering projects for buildings and infrastructure

Key Responsibilities

  • advanced modeling
  • data analysis
  • quality control
  • safety planning
  • structural engineering
  • cost estimation

Tasks

-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. -Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs). -Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting. -Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during site investigations, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid-level risk mitigation activities. -Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects. -Participate in incorporating advanced modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, transportation vehicles/systems, and incorporate future-ready solutions with structural engineering design standards. -Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local and privately funded improvement and development projects. -Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and 2D/3D illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses. -Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or to plan for future needs. -Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction. -Perform professional structural engineering work and assist with conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, building, infrastructure, and transportation channels to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits. -Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on securing structural soundness from loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence. -Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work, assist with laying out installations, establishing reference points/elevations/grades to guide construction, selecting appropriate materials to ensure durability, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos. -Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or problems.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • microstation
  • master’s degree
  • eit
  • 3-5 years
  • critical thinking

What You Bring

-Knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. -Essential Professional Licensure/Certification. -Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. -Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.WSP Benefits: -Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. -Engineer in Training Certification. -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. -Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. -Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements. -Master’s Degree in Engineering. -Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline. -Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment. -Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS). -Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design. -Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools. -40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred. -3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience. -Knowledge with process and concepts for sustainability, and reducing and eliminating the use or generation of hazardous substances/greenhouse gas. -Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies. -Knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.

The Company

About Wsp

-Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions. -Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail. -Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments. -Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.

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Refurbishment and Retrofit

Risk and Resilience for Bridges and Civil Structures

Stormwater and Flood Risk Management

Structural Engineering for Healthcare

Sustainability and ESG Solutions

Sustainable Building Consulting

Sustainable Design for Healthcare

Tailings & Mine Waste Management

Train Control Systems

Tunnel Seismic and Earthquake Engineering

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Healthcare Strategy and Planning

Property Consultancy

Cost Management

Project and Programme Management

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