Early Career Structural Engineer

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Structural Engineer for our Tampa, Miami, or Orlando FL office. Be involved in complex projects with our Bridge/Transportation Florida Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Take part in providing local technical assistance for the design, development, and construction of building and infrastructure projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include basic assistance with design, concept development, rehabilitation, and plan production of load-bearing structures, specifically bridges. Generate accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensure that assignments are delivered with a high quality for design related to safety, structural soundness, and functionality.

Your Impact

Entry-level position to perform engineering analysis and design of transportation structures such as bridges and retaining walls and assist with routine bridge inspections. The position requires knowledge and application of basic engineering principles under close supervision; work is reviewed for adequacy and accuracy. Position also requires some time for travel and working outside. Typical duties may include the following:

Assists with the evaluation, development, design, or selection of required structures.

Performs analysis and design calculations for structures.

Calculates estimated quantities and cost estimates for structures.

Provides guidance to CADD technicians for the development of structural design plans.

Reviews fabricator/contractor working drawings.

Researches applicable design codes and guidelines to ensure design compliance.

Researches design options and documents findings.

Coordinates assignments with the project team and supervisor.

May use MicroStation CADD to perform engineering tasks.

Performs 3D modeling of bridges/ structures using programs such as OBM

Assists with the inspection of bridges.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Masters Degree (preferred) in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.

0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.

Quick learner with analytical mindset.

Familiarity with design codes, familiarity with AASHTO Bridge codes preferred.

Competent interpersonal and communication skills, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

Ability to give attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.

Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.

Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Finite Element Analysis software, MathCAD , STADD).

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Engineer in Training Certification.

Masters Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with emphasis in structures

Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.

A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the worlds 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.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.