Dive-Enabled Underwater Bridge Engineer

WSP Global Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement savings plans

Flexible workplace model

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Underwater Engineer (EI Diver) to join our dive team in Greenville, SC, with opportunities at other U.S. offices in PA and FL. You will lead inspections, evaluate marine structures, and assist in designing repairs for bridges and marine facilities.

The role offers field-based work, diverse project exposure, and career growth within a global engineering firm. Strong diving competency and engineering fundamentals are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification or ability to obtain within one year.
• ADCI Commercial Diver Certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu, and CAD software.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to pass ADCI medical examination.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate marine structures and bridges.
• Analyze deteriorated components and calculate remaining load capacities.
• Prepare engineering reports and technical documentation.
• Participate in diving operations as diver or tender.
• Assist senior engineers in designing repairs for bridges and marine structures.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct NBIS/OSHA-compliant bridge inspections.
• Uphold safety, quality, and ethics standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

EI internship certification (or ability to obtain within 1 year)

Tools

CAD software

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD or MicroStation

Job description

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking an Underwater Engineer (EI Diver) to join our growing dive team in Greenville, SC. This position is also open to any WSP office location in Pennsylvania and Florida.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a top-ranked international engineering firm where your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure.

At WSP, you’ll work alongside highly skilled professionals, lead challenging inspections, and support our mission to deliver solutions that protect the traveling public and strengthen communities.

Your Impact

• Apply your education, training, and experience to evaluate marine structures and bridges
• Analyze deteriorated components and calculate remaining load capacities
• Prepare engineering reports and technical documentation
• Participate in diving operations, serving as diver or tender
• Assist senior engineers in designing structural repairs for bridges and marine structures
• Plan, schedule, and conduct bridge inspections in compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and OSHA regulations
• Uphold WSP’s standards for safety, quality, and ethical decision-making
  
  

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification or ability to obtain within one year
• ADCI Commercial Diver Certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu, and CAD software
• 0–3 years of relevant experience
• Ability to pass ADCI medical examination
• Valid state driver’s license
• Physically capable of fieldwork, including working in inclement weather, climbing slopes and ladders, carrying gear (up to 75 lbs), operating small boats, and using hand and power tools
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, multitask, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively within a team
• Willingness to travel frequently overnight based on project requirements and location
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• FHWA-NHI-130091 Underwater Bridge Inspection
• FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
• Proficient in AASHTOWare Bridge Management (BrM)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• ADCI Air Diver or Air-Diving Supervisor
• Proficient in AutoCAD or MicroStation
• USDOT physical
• Valid TWIC card
  
  

About WSP

ABOUT US

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.

www.wsp.com

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.