Early Professional Structural Engineer-West Region

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

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Civil Engineer focused on Structural Engineering in San Francisco, California. The role involves assisting with engineering work related to dams, energy storage, and generating facilities, alongside project managers and lead engineers. Responsibilities include preparing design calculations, specifications, and participating in site inspections. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and possess excellent analytical and communication skills.

The expected salary ranges from $58,200 to $96,030, dependent on experience and project specifics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineering and non-engineering audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist with performing structural engineering work for dams and energy projects.
• Work closely with project managers and lead engineers.
• Prepare or review design calculations and specifications.
• Participate in site inspections for various projects.

Skills

Research skills

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Self-leadership

Ability to work independently

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

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

Your Impact

• 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, 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, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, drafting and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and the 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.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Compensation

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

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.