Lead Structural Engineer - Federal Buildings

WSP Global Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA Solutions Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Lead Structural (Buildings) Engineer to lead major portions of structural design work for federal and defense projects.

The preferred location is Arlington, VA, with consideration for other CONUS locations including New York, Pittsburgh, San Antonio, Huntsville, Denver, San Diego, Tacoma, and Meridian. The role involves mentoring staff, providing technical direction, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years of post-education experience in analysis and design of building structures.
• Professional Engineer license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance.
• US citizenship is required.
• Advanced knowledge of structural building codes, design standards, and principles.
• Experience with ETABS, SAP2000, RISA-3D, RAM Concept, SAFE, Revit, AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Experience leading portions of structural design work and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design of new and existing buildings including gravity and lateral systems.
• Develop and oversee drawings, specifications, calculations, reports, and design documentation.
• Deliver design projects in various delivery frameworks (design-bid-build, design-build, etc.).
• Coordinate structural requirements with architecture, civil, geotechnical, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance and quality reviews for junior staff.
• Support site visits and construction-phase services while adhering to safety procedures.
• Stay current with codes, standards, and federal design criteria.

Skills

Structural engineering principles

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

RISA-3D

RAM Concept

SAFE

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

WSP USA Solutions Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Lead Structural (Buildings) Engineer to lead major portions of structural design work for federal and defense projects.

The preferred location is Arlington, VA, with consideration for other CONUS locations including New York, Pittsburgh, San Antonio, Huntsville, Denver, San Diego, Tacoma, and Meridian. The role involves mentoring staff, providing technical direction, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.