Early Career Bridge Inspection Engineer

WSP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Early Career Bridge Inspection Engineer to join their Mid-Atlantic Bridge Inspection Team. This exciting role offers the chance to work on vital infrastructure projects, ensuring safety and functionality while gaining hands-on experience in the field. You will be involved in inspecting bridges and ancillary structures, assisting with report writing, and maintaining equipment. With a hybrid work model, you can enjoy the flexibility of remote work while collaborating with a dedicated team. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off for Bereavement

Qualifications

• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Proficient self-discipline with attention to detail and multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work inspecting bridges for deterioration and damage.
• Assist with report writing and planning field inspection trips.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Multi-tasking

Report Writing

Field Work

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Hand and Power Tools

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for full-time Early Career Bridge Inspection Engineer. This position can be based out of the following offices: Philadelphia + Ephrata + Pittsburgh + Exton-PA, Baltimore + Edgewood-MD, Herndon-VA, and Washington-DC. This position also supports a hybrid work model that combines the flexibility of remote work with the collaborative benefits of in-office presence.

Be involved in projects with our Mid-Atlantic Bridge Inspection Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the design, development, and construction of infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assistance with the design, repair and construction of bridges, roads, tunnels, and dams. Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Perform Field work inspecting bridges and highway ancillary structures throughout the Mid-Atlantic for deterioration and structural damage
• Assist with report writing for the inspection work completed in the fields
• Assist with planning and preparation of field inspection trips and maintaining field equipment and supplies
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures to ensure work is completed in a correct manner.
• Complete training on assigned 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience,
• Proficient self-discipline with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Physically capable of performing field work including climbing ladders (40ft or less) and in close quarters, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
• Proficiency/Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• 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 may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer in Training Certification
• Previous experience or knowledge in bridge inspection or design or other bridge related work is a plus.
• Ability to read plans and specifications to provide entry-level technical assistance on various bridge repair designs and construction inspections
• Interest in UAS Drone flying
• Comfortable working at Heights (40ft+) and interest in working on Ropes (obtaining SPRAT Certification)
• Enjoys getting out of the office, working outdoors, and seeing the world

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a 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 Range: $56,300-$92,900

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.

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