Principal Engineer - Bridges and Civil Structures

WSP; Nelson; On-site; NZD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Principal Civil Structures Engineer in Nelson to lead the team and contribute to key infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, CPEng certification, and over 10 years of experience in structural engineering. Responsibilities include leading design work, managing project delivery, and mentoring team members. WSP values professionalism and innovation. A clean driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of professional structural engineering experience.
• Current, clean driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and structural engineering of transport infrastructure.
• Manage project delivery and provide leadership.
• Mentor and support the team.

Skills

Expert structural engineering

Seismic design

Business development

Client management

Education

Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent

CPEng

Job description

Principal Civil Structures Engineer – Nelson

We are looking for a Principal Civil Structures Engineer to lead the Nelson team and contribute to key infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and structural engineering of transport infrastructure, bridges, ports, and civil structures.
• Provide expert structural engineering and seismic design advice to clients.
• Manage project delivery and provide leadership and project management advice across multiple infrastructure projects.
• Mentor and support the wider team and contribute to technical development of employees.
• Take the lead on key projects from planning through to delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent.
• CPEng.
• Minimum 10+ years of professional structural engineering experience.
• Strong business development and client management skills.
• Current, clean driver’s licence.

We value professionalism, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.