Early-Career Structural Engineer: Federal Projects

WSP in the U.S.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 64,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Early Career Structural (Buildings) Engineer to join our Federal Programs Team and work from Portland, OR or other U.S. locations.

You will contribute to structural design through construction‑phase support on federal, defense, and public‑sector projects, with direct mentorship and broad exposure across disciplines. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Structural or Civil Engineering, 0–1 year of related experience, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• 0 to 1 year of relevant structural engineering experience, including internship or co‑op.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to research codes, standards, design criteria, and project requirements.
• Basic familiarity with structural building codes and design standards.
• 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.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Basic familiarity with structural analysis, design, drafting, or modeling software such as RISA‑3D, ETABS, SAP2000, RAM Concept, SAFE, Revit, or AutoCAD.
• 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.
• The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering judgment through mentorship, design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination, and exposure to multiple project phases.
• Assist with the structural analysis and design of new and existing buildings under the supervision of experienced engineers, including gravity and lateral systems, foundations, and steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structural components.
• Assist with developing structural drawings, specifications, calculations, and design documentation using site observations, existing‑condition information, geotechnical reports, and other project data.
• Perform routine structural calculations and use engineering software to evaluate building loads, analyze structural systems, and design members and connections in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project criteria.
• Assist with developing structural design concepts, selecting appropriate structural systems and materials, and coordinating structural requirements with architectural, civil, geotechnical, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection disciplines.
• Prepare complete, accurate, and concise structural calculations, design drawings, specifications, reports, and building information models using applicable engineering and drafting software.
• Participate in site visits and construction‑phase services, including documenting existing conditions and construction progress, reviewing submittals, and assisting with responses to requests for information, while complying with applicable safety requirements and site‑specific procedures.
• Complete required company, safety, and project‑specific training.
• 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.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Code familiarity

Interpersonal skills

Self-leadership

Independent work

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA-3D

ETABS

SAP2000

RAM Concept

SAFE

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Early Career Structural (Buildings) Engineer to join our Federal Programs Team and work from Portland, OR or other U.S. locations.

You will contribute to structural design through construction‑phase support on federal, defense, and public‑sector projects, with direct mentorship and broad exposure across disciplines. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Structural or Civil Engineering, 0–1 year of related experience, and a collaborative mindset.