Lead Structural Engineer - Bridges

WSP; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer - Bridges to join our Northern New England Transportation Group. This role involves professional analysis and design of transportation structures, ensuring compliance with applicable codes.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience, a Bachelor's in Structural or Civil Engineering, and proficiency with tools like MicroStation and OpenBridge. The position is based in Merrimack, NH or Eliot, ME, and may require occasional travel.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant post-education experience in engineering discipline.
• Registered Professional Engineer or ability to obtain PE.
• Highly proficient with discipline-specific design software.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional structural engineering analysis and design.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and clients.

Skills

Structural engineering principles

Technical computations

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenBridge

MDX

STADD

Job description

Opportunity Overview

WSP is currently looking for an experienced Senior Structural Engineer - Bridges to join our Northern New England Transportation Group located in Merrimack, NH or Eliot, ME offices. This is an exciting opportunity to provide technical design for both small and large‑scale projects. Come join our team and be part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Senior level position to perform professional structural engineering analysis and design of transportation structures, such as bridges and retaining walls.
• Typical duties may include applying high‑level structural techniques for various phases of projects including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, and construction; working as part of a team of engineers to design and check bridge superstructure and substructures; develop preliminary and final plans, specifications, quantities, and cost estimates; coordinate with other disciplines, subconsultants, and clients; and utilize OpenBridge software.
• Coordinate, review and provide design plans, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, concepts, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address structural, design, and/or construction issues or opportunities.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Assist with development and scoping of small‑to‑medium sized projects.
• Provide guidance and training to entry‑level engineers.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
• Proactively collaborate with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects, as well as proposal and business development opportunities.
• Remain current in latest structural engineering techniques and practices.
• 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.
• 7+ years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer, preferably in NH, VT or Maine or ability to obtain PE.
• Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work‑related issues.
• Well‑developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non‑engineering audience.
• Demonstrated high level of self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline‑specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, OpenBridge, MDX, STADD, etc.), technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Well‑developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions and arrive at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• 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

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• NHDOT, MaineDOT and/or VTrans Bridge design experience and familiarity with the latest respective manuals and standards.
• A member of and/or actively participating in local professional practice organizations.