Early Career Structural Engineer (Buildings)

WSP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation/PTO

Paid parental leave

Bereavement, voting, naturalization/oc

Comprehensive wellness programs

Job summary

WSP in Chicago, IL is seeking an Early Career Structural Engineer to join our Structural Engineering Team. This role offers advanced training in structural design and digital tools, with opportunities to collaborate with colleagues worldwide.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Structural/Civil Engineering, 0–1 years of experience, and strong communication and teamwork skills. Travel may be required; salary ranges reflect market norms for the location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (or closely related).
• 0–1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with design/build concepts.
• Familiarity with structural/civil codes and record-keeping requirements.
• Interpersonal/communication skills for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Self-leadership with attention to detail and prioritization.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience with BIM software (Revit).
• Experience with Word, Excel and PowerPoint; safety policy familiarity.
• Willingness to work schedules beyond typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design of new buildings and restoration of existing buildings across the United States.
• Analyze and design superstructures and foundations in timber, concrete, steel, and masonry.
• Utilize latest technology and digital tools for design.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Adhere to WSP Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures while managing resources.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical mindset

Self-leadership

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural/Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microstation

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for anEarly Career Structural Engineer to work out of ourChicago, ILoffice. Be involved in projects with our Structural Engineering Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. The successful candidate will have the following key attributes:

• Passion for structures and architecture
• Excellent communications skills
• Demonstrated teamwork abilities

Candidates can expect advanced training in structural design and digital design technology; and participation with colleagues around the world in practice area networks and other forums of learning and collaboration.

Your Impact

• Perform structural design of new buildings and restoration of existing buildings throughout the United States
• Analyze and design superstructures and foundations in timber, concrete, steel, and masonry.
• Utilize latest technology and digital tools for design
• 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
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.
• Familiarity with relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Experience with Building Information Modeling software, such as Autodesk Revit
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  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:

• Recent/Upcoming Spring 2027 Graduates in an accredited Civil/Architectural/Structural Engineering, or related, Undergraduate or Graduate program.
• Masters Degree in Structural Engineering is preferred
• The successful candidate will have 0-3 years of internship experience in Civil/Architectural/Structural Engineering.
• Experience using Revit, AutoCAD and/or Microstation software.

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

• coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $75,000-$90,000

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.