Bridge Inspection Team Leader - Structural Engineer

WSP; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader, Structural Engineer to join our New England Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team with offices in Boston, Worcester, Glastonbury, and Providence. The role blends fieldwork with leadership responsibilities on inspection projects.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of experience in bridge or related inspection, a degree in structural or civil engineering, and a demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff while delivering accurate plans and load

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• 5–7 years in bridge, tunnel or ancillary inspection or design or other infrastructure 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.
• Interest in structures or transportation and desire to advance skills related to WSP projects.
• Ability to perform field work including heights and adverse weather, and travel is possible.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge and infrastructure inspection projects.
• Serve as Team Leader on bridge, tunnel, and ancillary inspections.
• Perform professional structural engineering work and inspections.
• Assist in preparing bridge and tunnel load ratings.
• Assist with development of AutoCAD plans and sketches.
• Work with cross-functional project teams.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Support project documentation, cost proposals, and scope of work.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Team leadership

Structural engineering

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Technical writing

Communication skills

Field work

Driver's license

Engineer in Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Bridge Inspection Team Leader, 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.

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!

*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 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.
• 5 to 7 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.
• 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.

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): $90,600 - $150,590

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.