Lead Structural Engineer - Bridges

About the role

This Opportunity WSP is currently looking for an experienced Senior Structural Engineer - Bridges to join our Transportation Group in Buffalo, NY office!

Responsibilities

• Apply high-level structural techniques for various phases of projects including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, and construction.
• Work as part of a team of engineers to design and check bridge superstructure and substructures.
• Develop preliminary and final plans, specifications, quantities, and cost estimates.
• Coverage with other disciplines, subconsultants, and Clients.
• Coordinate with other disciplines, subconsultants, and Clients.
• Utilize OpenBridge Software
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, concepts, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address structural, design, and/or construction issues or opportunities.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Aid in the development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
• Proactively collaborate with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects, as well as proposal and business development opportunities.
• Remain current in latest structural engineering techniques and practices.
• 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.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 7 to 10 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer, preferably in North Carolina or ability to obtain NC PE.
• Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• Well-developed 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.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, OpenBridge, MDX, STADD, etc.), technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions and arrive at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• NYSDOT Bridge design experience and familiarity with the latest NYSDOT manuals and standards.
• A member of and/or actively participating in local professional practice organizations.

Skills

• Technical writing.
• Office automation.
• Discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, OpenBridge, MDX, STADD, etc.).

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected Salary (all locations): $103,600 - $145,590

Schedule

Not specified

Contact

For more information about this opportunity, please visit our website at www.wsp.com.