Early Professional Structural Engineer-West Region

WSP in the U.S.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 58,200 - 96,030; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement savings

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a motivated Structural Engineer based in Irvine, California, to support technical projects related to dams and hydraulic structures. The role encompasses assistance with basic engineering work, project management collaboration, and documentation, guaranteeing industry standards are met.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team. This position offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with structural engineering focus is required.
• Excellent research and analytical skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural engineering work for dams and hydraulic structures.
• Prepare design calculations, specifications, and reports.
• Participate in site inspections and team meetings.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Communication Skills

Technical Writing

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering focus)

Tools

Spreadsheets

Drafting Tools

Job description

Overview

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the analysis, development, and design of processes and infrastructure relating to dams, hydraulic structures, energy storage, and generating facilities. Generates accurate and concise documentation, ensuring that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, assist with performing basic professional structural engineering work relating to dams, hydraulic structures, energy storage, and generating facilities.
• Work closely with project managers and lead engineers on dam safety and energy projects.
• Preparation or review of design calculations, design criteria documents, or studies.
• Preparation or review of field work plans, construction activities, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Preparation or review of construction and bid specifications.
• Preparation or review of drawings.
• Preparation or review of written reports.
• Participate in site inspections for a range of projects throughout the United States.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, with a focus in Structural Engineering.
• Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset.
• 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, multitasking, 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, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, drafting, and 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.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
• Member of and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Salaried Compensation

Expected Salary: $58,200 - $96,030

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.