Engineer Diver

WSP in the U.S.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Disability & life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Bereavement, voting, and natural- iz-

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an experienced Engineer Diver to join the Underwater Inspection Team in the Northeast Region. This role can be based in offices in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, South Carolina, or Florida, with flexibility depending on candidate preference.

You will lead complex field inspections, provide technical leadership, and deliver NBIS-compliant bridge and waterfront assessments. The engineer will mentor staff and interface with clients to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 7+ years of bridge and/or waterfront inspection experience.
• PE license in PA, NY, and NJ (or ability to obtain within six months).
• NBIS Team Leader certification.
• NBIS Underwater Bridge Inspector.
• ADCI-certified Commercial Diver.
• ADCI-approved Dive Physical completed within the past 12 months.
• Demonstrated experience leading field teams with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute bridge and waterfront inspections in accordance with NBIS standards and industry best practices.
• Evaluate structural conditions and develop recommendations for repair, rehabilitation, or replacement.
• Plan inspection approaches, including field logistics, dive operations, and staffing needs.
• Review and finalize inspection reports for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Perform and check engineering calculations related to structural assessment, load ratings, and construction inspections.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, inspectors, and dive personnel.
• Coordinate with project managers to support schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Promote and enforce WSP’s safety culture and Safe Diving Practices.
• Represent WSP in client meetings, field coordination, and project discussions.
• Uphold WSP’s values through ethical decision-making and professional conduct.

Skills

Bridge inspection experience

Waterfront inspection

Underwater inspection

Project leadership

Field leadership

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

PE license in PA, NY, NJ or ability to obtain within six months

NBIS Team Leader certification

NBIS Underwater Bridge Inspector

ADCI-certified Commercial Diver

ADCI-approved Dive Physical (past 12 months)

Driver's License

Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking an experienced Engineer Diver to join our Underwater Inspection Team in the Northeast Region. This position can be based in any of our offices in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, South Carolina, or Florida, with flexibility depending on candidate preference.

This role is designed for a licensed professional engineer who exercises independent engineering judgment, leads complex field inspections, and provides technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams. You will serve as a key contributor in delivering high-quality bridge and waterfront inspection services, supporting both field execution and engineering evaluation.

In this role, you will act as a technical lead, responsible for planning and executing inspections, evaluating structural conditions, and developing practical, defensible engineering recommendations. You will work with limited supervision, mentor junior staff, interface directly with clients, and help drive consistent, high-quality deliverables across projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute bridge and waterfront inspections in accordance with client requirements, NBIS standards, and industry best practices
• Apply sound engineering judgment to evaluate structural conditions and develop recommendations for repair, rehabilitation, or replacement
• Plan inspection approaches, including field logistics, dive operations, and staffing needs
• Review and finalize inspection reports to ensure technical accuracy, clarity, and compliance
• Perform and check engineering calculations related to structural assessment, load ratings, and construction inspections
• Provide technical leadership, training, and mentorship to engineers, inspectors, and dive personnel
• Coordinate with project managers to support schedule, budget, and quality objectives
• Promote and enforce WSP’s safety culture, including strict adherence to Safe Diving Practices and site‑specific safety plans
• Represent WSP in client meetings, field coordination, and project discussions
• Uphold WSP’s values through ethical decision‑making and professional conduct

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• 7+ years of experience in bridge and/or waterfront inspection
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in PA, NY, and NJ (or ability to obtain within six months)
• NBIS Team Leader certification
• NBIS Underwater Bridge Inspector
• ADCI‑certified Commercial Diver
• ADCI‑approved Dive Physical completed within the past 12 months
• Demonstrated experience leading field teams and performing work with limited supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to both engineering and non‑engineering audiences
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and compliance with health, safety, and substance policies
• Physically capable of performing demanding field work, including climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, carrying equipment, and operating in adverse weather conditions
• Valid Driver’s License
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Experience
• Additional FHWA/NHI certifications in scour, stream stability, or similar
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation
• 2D/3D Acoustic Imaging experience
• Remote Pilot Certificate (Drone License)
• SPRAT Certification
• Certifications in various destructive and non-destructive techniques
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Benefits and Compensation

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. Benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (all locations): $120,000 - $140,000

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.

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.