Senior Structural Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 103,300 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. seeks a Senior Structural Engineer in New York, NY, to support transportation projects. The role involves leading engineering staff and developing structural design details, primarily in transportation facilities.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, a PE license in NY/NJ, and 5 to 7 years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $103,300 - $128,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering discipline.
• PE Licensed (NY/NJ) or capable of obtaining a New York State PE license within 1 year.
• Knowledgeable in state and city building codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering staff on various task assignments.
• Responsible for the development of structural design details and specifications.
• Developing drawings in REVIT, AutoCAD, MicroStation.

Skills

Structural software proficiency (STAADPro, SAP2000, etc.)

Interpersonal and communication skills

AutoCAD and REVIT

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Mathcad

Job description

Overview

WSP USA is seeking a highly energetic, self-motivated, and goal oriented Senior Structural Engineer to support our Transportation Facilities Group in the New York, NY office. The Transportation Facilities Group (TFG) leads and designs projects that support local and regional growth through transportation projects. TFG has over 60 engineers and architects based in New York.

The position offers varied projects in the transportation field within the NY Metro Region. The Senior Structural Engineer will work under the supervision of a lead structural engineer and includes designs in rail and bus stations, airports, transportation hubs, rail systems, and a wide array of projects that lead and support the engineering divisions. Clients include NYCT, MTA Bus, LIRR, MNR, PANY&NJ, Amtrak, NJ Transit, contractors, and local utilities. The scale of work varies from small to very large projects and offers exposure to varied disciplines within the New York Office.

Your Impact

• Lead engineering staff on various task assignments.
• Responsible for the development of structural design details, drawings and specifications, including calculations for new designs, rehabilitation and renovation work.
• Developing drawings in REVIT (BIM), AutoCAD, MicroStation and Open Building.
• Strong capabilities and understanding in using structural software such as STAADPro, RAM Structural System, SAP2000, ETABS and SAFE (or equivalent).
• Utilizing Microsoft Excel and Mathcad Prime to develop structural calculations.
• Leading field inspection teams for evaluation of structural systems of existing buildings.
• Coordination with various engineering disciplines as well as with architects in the development of design contract documents.
• Work within a paperless (or limited-use) office environment and remote working when required.
• Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects.
• 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.

Typical project types

• Transportation Facilities including administration buildings, bus depot, shop and maintenance buildings, subway and rail stations, and substations.
• Vent and utility buildings.
• Aviation structures including terminals, concourses, hangers, and ancillary support structures.
• Resiliency related studies and design.
• Parks and recreation centers.

Growth Opportunities

• Develop into the lead structural engineer level.
• Assist in the development of proposals.
• Work on design-build and other high-profile projects.
• Direct interaction with clients.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural engineering, or equivalent. Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural engineering, highly preferred.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural design experience in transportation projects.
• PE Licensed (NY/NJ) or capable of obtaining a New York State PE license within 1 year.
• Knowledgeable in state and city building codes, as well as industry standard specifications (IBC, ACI 318, AISC 360, etc.).
• Prior experience working with construction documents.
• Knowledgeable in STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, ETABS, SAFE, RAM Structural System, Mathcad, Excel or similar structural design software.
• Proficiency of AutoCAD and REVIT; knowledgeable in MicroStation and Open Building is a plus.
• Interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results oriented, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Excellent communication and writing skills and well organized.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural engineering.
• Experience working with transportation clients (i.e., Amtrak, NYCT MTA, NJ Transit).
• Detailed experience related to transportation facility design and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge in the development of CSI-format construction specifications.

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; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary: $103,300 - $128,000

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. 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.

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.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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