Early Career Structural Engineer (Buildings)

WSP in the U.S.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability and life insurance

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

PTO for bereavement, voting, naturaliz

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Early Career Structural Engineer to join the Irvine, CA office. You will work with our structural engineering team on challenging projects and gain advanced training in structural design and digital design technology.

The role involves performing structural design for new and existing buildings, analyzing various materials, and using 2D/3D tools to document work. A bachelor’s degree in structural/civil engineering and up to one year of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• 0–1 year of relevant post-education experience.
• Strong research skills with analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design of new and restored 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.
• Assist with basic professional structural engineering tasks, including site condition assessments to ensure conformance with rules and permits.
• Provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements and operating strategies for safety and functionality.
• Verify site characteristics and structural soundness under loads and environmental factors.
• Generate complete, accurate documentation using drawings, 2D/3D illustrations, and logs.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.

Skills

Structural design

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Eng

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP Is Currently Initiating a Search For An Early Career Structural Engineer To Work Out Of Our Irvine, CA office. 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

Job Description

WSP Is Currently Initiating a Search For An Early Career Structural Engineer To Work Out Of Our Irvine, CA office. 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
• Assist with performing basic professional structural engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, building, infrastructure, and transportation channels to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.
• Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on securing structural soundness from loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, 2D/3D illustrations, and work site notebook/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• 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

• 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): $80,000-95,000

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.

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.