Lead Structural Engineer (Generation)

WSP in the U.S.; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 98,300 - 175,230; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid vacation

Retirement savings

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is looking for a Lead Structural Engineer to join their Power & Energy team. This role is pivotal in designing structures for solar farms and energy facilities. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, and a PE license.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $98,300 to $175,230, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement savings options.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant post-education experience in engineering discipline.
• PE license required.
• Experience with power generation, transmission, and distribution projects.

Responsibilities

• Design foundations for solar farms and energy facilities.
• Coordinate design requirements with other engineers.
• Perform site visits to verify conditions and monitor construction.

Skills

Structural engineering principles

Technical writing

Project management

Interpersonal and communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

RISA

STADD

Job description

Job Summary

Lead Structural Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team in Houston, TX. Additional locations considered: Hailey, ID; Seattle, WA; Overland Park, KS; Atlanta, GA; Oradell, NJ; Mt. Laurel, NJ; Boise, ID.

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 projects and 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
• 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
• 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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 7+ years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience
• PE license
• Proficient with structural engineering principles, practices, process, and the application to project work‑related issues
• Well‑defined specific knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements
• Experience with power generation, transmission, and distribution projects
• 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
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline‑specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, RISA, STADD), technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools
• Well‑developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution
• Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently
• 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 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
• Open to longer duration field assignments with the duration of 1 to 18 months
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering

WSP Benefits

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

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $98,300 - $175,230

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.