Structural engineer [h1.location_city]

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Bridge / Structural Engineer for our Tempe, Arizona or Tucson, Arizon a office. WSP USA Operates with a Hybrid-Workplace Model . Be involved in projects with our Bridge Structures Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Provides technical assistance and guidance for due diligence, investigation, remediation, improvement, and / or construction infrastructure projects in the public sector. Tasks may include assisting with the research, design, concept development, planning, and construction of load-bearing structures or structural elements, such as bridges, signs, walls, and associated transportation facilities. Generates accurate and concise reports, plans, specifications, and estimates. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, structural soundness, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Perform tasks for technical assignments on projects, including assisting in developing schedules and objectives for the project.
• Perform professional structural engineering techniques on a variety of assignments for structural elements under minimal supervision to prepare design calculations and load ratings for projects.
• Review submittals and shop drawings.
• Perform project specific analyses.
• Prepare necessary plans, specifications, estimates, and technical memorandums for final design projects.
• Utilize technical knowledge to propose creative solutions and solve complex technical problems.
• Develop or incorporate 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.
• Further develop proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, Larsa 4D, L-pile, OpenBridge Designer, etc.), technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Utilize understanding of project finances to monitor tasks.
• Perform work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule.
• Develop schedules and objectives for the project and / or work of field staff.
• Coordinate closely with the team on projects, as well as other disciplines as needed, to support client needs.
• Participate in or lead structural or project related team meetings.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Assist with development and scoping of medium-sized projects.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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About Us

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.

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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.