Bridge Inspection - Structural Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Bridge Inspection, Structural Engineer to join our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in New England, with offices in Boston and Worcester. You will work on inspection projects for bridges, tunnels and related infrastructure, combining fieldwork with office design support.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Structural or Civil Engineering, 3–5 years of inspection or design experience, and an Engineer in Training certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of bridge, tunnel or related inspection/design experience; EIT
• Demonstrated interest in structures/transportation and growth in WSP projects.
• Capable of field work including heights, night work, and adverse weather.
• 50% field and 50% office work potential.
• Valid Driver’s License and MVRC check required.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team on inspection-related projects.
• Contribute as a team member on bridge, tunnel and ancillary inspections.
• Assist in the preparation of bridge and tunnel load ratings.
• Assist with development of plans/sketches using AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project execution.
• Support engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Bridge and Transportation Engineering.
• Assist with project research, fieldwork, and preliminary design calculations.
• Support preparation of cost proposals and scope of work documents.
• Maintain project documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Bridge Inspection, Structural Engineer to join our exceptional Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in New England, which includes offices in Boston, MA; Worcester, MA; Glastonbury, CT*; and Providence, RI.

Be a part of a collaborative team of experts and contribute to projects that help shape our communities and our future.

Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

• Please note: Positions based out of our Glastonbury, CT office will be primarily assigned to Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) Bridge Inspection projects, supporting statewide inspection efforts.

Your Impact

• Work with our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team on a variety of inspection related projects.


• Work as a Team Member on Bridge, Tunnel & Ancillary Inspections.


• Assist in the preparation of Bridge & Tunnel Load Ratings.


• Assist with the development of plans/sketches using AutoCAD.


• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.


• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.


• Learn basic principles of Bridge and Transportation Engineering.


• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.


• Support preparation of cost proposals and scope of work documents.


• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.


• Complete training on assignment specific 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.


• 3 to 5 years of experience in bridge, tunnel or ancillary inspection or design or other infrastructure related work. Engineer in Training Certification.


• Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation or related field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.


• Physically capable of performing continuous field work, including working at heights and in close quarters; climbing; carrying ladders and gear; working in adverse weather conditions; and working at night; around moving vehicles; etc.


• This position has the potential to work 50% of the time in the field and 50% in the office.


• Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record check and a valid Driver’s License is required.


• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.


• Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.


• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.


• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.


• Occasional travel, including potential overnight stays, may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification


• Working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred.


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


• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

WSP 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.

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $79,600 - $129,800

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.