Bridge Inspection Team Leader

WSP; Bethlehem (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader, Senior Structural Engineer to join our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in Pennsylvania with offices in Philadelphia, Exton, Ephrata, Mechanicsburg. This role combines leadership with hands-on inspection work and technical guidance for junior engineers.

The position emphasizes professional engineering tasks, load ratings, AutoCAD planning, and cross-functional collaboration, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering is required.
• NCBI certification current and FHWA training course accepted.
• CBSI certification current.
• 5–10 years in bridge/tunnel inspection or related work.
• PE Certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles and design/build.
• Interest in structures and transportation fields to advance skills at WSP.
• Able to perform field work including heights, night shifts and travel.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team on inspection projects.
• Lead as Team Leader on Bridge, Tunnel & Ancillary Inspections.
• Perform professional structural engineering work and inspections.
• Assist in preparation of Bridge & Tunnel Load Ratings.
• Assist with development of plans/sketches using AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project work.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Support a variety of engineering tasks and analyses.
• Assist with field work, research and preliminary design calculations.
• Support cost proposals and scope of work documents.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete assignment-specific training.
• Stay current with structural engineering techniques and practices.
• Adhere to company policies and ethical standards.

Skills

Leadership

Structural engineering

Communication

Technical writing

Office software

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Nationally Certified Bridge Inspector (NCBI)

Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI)

Engineer in Training Certification (PE Preferred)

Professional Engineer Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader, Senior Structural Engineer to join our exceptional Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in Pennsylvania, which includes offices in Philadelphia, PA; Exton, PA; Ephrata, PA; Mechanicsburg, PA; and Lawrenceville, NJ.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is new to people leadership and interested in becoming a Team Leader. At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines.

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!

Your Impact

• Work with our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team on a variety of inspection related projects.
• Work as a Team Leader on Bridge, Tunnel & Ancillary Inspections.
• Perform professional structural engineering work and 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.
• Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, architects, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• 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.
• 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

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Nationally Certified Bridge Inspector (NCBI) certification through the successful completion of an FHWA approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course (or PennDOT equivalent). Certification must be current.
• Certified Bridge Safety Inspector (CBSI) through PennDOT. Certification must be current.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in bridge, tunnel or ancillary inspection or design or other infrastructure related work.
• Engineer in Training Certification (PE Preferred).
• Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• 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.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members.
• Advanced 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.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel, including potential overnight stays, may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer Certification.
• Successful completion of the NHI Non-Redundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM) course.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

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.

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.