Lead Structural Engineer (Generation)

WSP in the U.S.; Hailey (ID); Hybrid; USD 98,300 - 175,230; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid parental leave

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is hiring a Lead Structural Engineer to join our Power & Energy team. This role involves designing structures for power generation projects and requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

The selected candidate will work on innovative projects and must be prepared for occasional travel. Salary ranges from $98,300 to $175,230, with comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant post-education experience in engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience with power generation projects.
• Proficiency with technical writing and design tools.

Responsibilities

• Design structures for solar farms and substations.
• Coordinate design requirements with drafters.
• Travel to clients or project sites as needed.
• Collaborate on federal and private projects.

Skills

Structural engineering principles

Technical writing

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

RISA

STADD

STADD

Job description

Overview

WSP is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team in Houston, TX. The following locations will also be considered: Hailey, ID; Seattle, WA; Overland Park, KS; Atlanta, GA; Oradell, NJ; Mt. Laurel, NJ; and Boise, ID. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power Generation Team and be part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. WSP is a global professional services firm focusing on power delivery, power generation, and project management.

With over 73,000 professionals worldwide, we collaborate to create positive, long-lasting impacts on communities through innovation, integrity and inclusion. WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Your Impact

• Design light foundations and structures for solar farms, battery energy storage facilities, and substation projects.
• Design heavy foundations and structures for large power generation projects: generators, turbines, transformers, pipe racks, gas compressors, metal building systems, and masonry walls/buildings.
• Design structural steel systems for buildings, platforms, equipment supports, etc.
• Coordinate design requirements with drafters/designers.
• Occasionally travel to clients and project sites to interface with clients, verify existing conditions, and monitor construction progress (5%–10% travel).
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
• Collaborate with other engineers and infrastructure authorities on federal, state, regional, local, and privately funded projects, as well as proposal and business development opportunities.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

What You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 7+ years of relevant post-education experience in engineering and prior structural or civil design experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficiency with structural engineering principles, practices, processes, and application to project work-related issues.
• Knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Experience with power generation, transmission, and distribution projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with engineers and non-engineers alike.
• Self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office software, design tools (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, RISA, STADD), and quantitative analysis.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to apply technical knowledge to testing results, data analysis, and calculations.
• Experience coordinating and directing subcontractors and others to safely and efficiently complete tasks.
• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering.
• Experience with pre-engineered metal building systems.
• Experience with seismic analysis and design.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to health, safety and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements, potentially extending beyond a typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.
• Open to longer duration field assignments (1 to 18 months).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering (preferred).

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: Expected Salary (all locations): $98,300 - $175,230. WSP USA provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation or personal time, paid parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model and supports career growth and knowledge development through diverse projects and teams.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets with more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S.

WSP USA 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.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of WSP and may be hired without charge to the company.