Senior Professional, Structural Engineering

About the Role

WSP is seeking a Senior Bridge/Structural Engineer for our Richmond or Virginia Beach, VA office. Be involved in projects with our Transportation Team and be part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Responsibilities

• Perform senior professional bridge/structural engineering work including development and drafting of plans and details using CAD software for project design documents.
• Field inspection and condition assessment of bridges, sign structures, culverts, and retaining walls.
• Preparation of quantity and cost estimates.
• Preparation of structural analysis and design calculations.
• Review of drawings to assure compliance with design intent and specifications.
• Assist more experienced engineers with broader engineering activities.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Preparation of technical studies, reports, and design document packages.
• Participate in incorporating advanced modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users and transportation.
• Verify site characteristics, providing technical assistance on securing structural soundness from loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and 2D/3D illustrations.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies, and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned 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.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• 5-7 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience.
• Engineer license required (multi-state preferred).
• Proficient in engineering analysis, design, and practices, including rehabilitation and new design.
• Proficient in or strong knowledge of process and concepts for design/build.
• Knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Proficient in technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, LEAP Bridge, LARSA, STAAD Pro, AASHTOWare BrR).
• 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 local travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• Ability to work in the United States immediately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License.
• Master’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

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.
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected Salary (all locations): $94,300 - $128,900. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.