Intermediate Structural Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 58,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Structural Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team in Boise, ID. The candidate will assist with data collection, design/build tasks, and documentation for utility-scale projects in public and private sectors.

Responsibilities include supporting design and construction of substations, power distribution, renewables, and control systems while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in structural or civil engineering.
• 1–3 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Familiar with design/build concepts and related codes.
• Knowledge of structural/civil construction laws and records.
• Effective communication with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Detail-oriented with ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient with technical writing and office software.
• Experience with design software listed above is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist data collection and analysis from site surveys, GIS, and plans for project development.
• Support basic structural engineering work and site-condition evaluations for compliance.
• Provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements and operating strategies.
• Verify site characteristics and assess loads/pressures for structural soundness.
• Prepare complete documentation using drawings, 2D/3D visuals, and logs.
• Follow safety guidelines and site procedures in all tasks.
• Complete assigned training and adhere to company policies.
• Demonstrate ethical decision-making regarding funds and resources.

Skills

Research skills

Design/build familiarity

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Technical writing

Office software

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

InRoads

Geopak

GeoSlope

ANSYS

STADD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

InRoads

Geopak

GeoSlope

ANSYS

STADD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Structural Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team in Boise, ID. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Provides support to technical staff, engineers, and project managers for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assistance with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects). Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding assigned material, installations, and construction specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.


• 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.


• 1-3 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.


• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.


• Familiarity with discipline‑specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS).


• 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.


• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

WSP Benefits

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

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $58,200 - $96,030

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. 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.

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.

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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.