Structural Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement savings

Life insurance

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Structural Engineer for their Mining & Metal, Process & Infrastructure Design team. This position can be based in Tucson, AZ, Tempe, AZ, or South Jordan, UT. Responsibilities include analysis, design, and preparation of engineering documents across various sectors including water/wastewater and heavy industry. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, relevant experience, and proficiency with industry-standard design software. Benefits include a comprehensive suite focusing on health and financial stability.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years of structural engineering experience, preferably in heavy industry.
• Preference for PE or SE registration or ability to obtain within 1-2 years.
• EIT is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and design of structural elements.
• Prepare client deliverables including reports and drawings.
• Conduct technical reviews and structural inspections.

Skills

Structural engineering experience

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of design codes and standards

Proficiency with design software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA

ETABS

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

Job Description

WSP has a career opportunity for a Structural Engineer to join our US Mining & Metal, Process & Infrastructure Design team. This position will report to the Structural Team Lead for Process & Infrastructure Design and can be in either Tempe, AZ, South Jordan, UT or Tucson, AZ depending on candidate preference. This individual will provide technical and design consulting services for water/wastewater infrastructure, water treatment, heavy industry, mining, and power clients.

Your Impact

• Perform analysis and design of structural elements and components both manually and with design software.
• Review and interpret building code requirements and other pertinent design standards.
• Prepare client deliverables including field reports, calculation packages, plans/drawings, and specifications.
• Perform structural inspections in concrete, masonry, and steel.
• Conduct technical reviews of reports, correspondence, and calculations related to the structural discipline.
• Assist in defining structural scope, budget, and schedule for structural efforts/projects.
• Prepare and review engineering and construction cost estimates.
• Support preparation of proposals and bids, including design-build projects. Follow company safety standards and site safety standards.
• Perform field work for data collection, visual inspections, construction reviews etc.
• Collaborate with other multidisciplinary design team members on structural design tasks.
• Prepare detailed calculations, drawings, technical specifications, design packages, technical reports, detailed analyses, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction purposes.
• Computer-aided drafting and designing using industry-standard platforms to develop Construction Documents.
• Limited travel to job sites to conduct site investigations and inspections.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.
• Preference for the candidate to be registered as a Civil Engineer (PE) or a Structural Professional Engineer (SE), with active status or the ability to obtain one within 1 – 2 years.
• EIT is required.
• 3 – 5 years+ structural engineering experience with 2 years prior experience relevant to heavy industry is a key requirement for this opportunity.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate with contractors, clients and internal design teams.
• A thorough understanding of the practical application of structural engineering including applying principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.
• Knowledge of structural design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Professionality with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI 318, and ACI 350.
• Strong knowledge of seismic design principles.
• Ability to work productively independently and as a member of a project team.
• Proficiency with modeling structural systems using computational software design tools such as RISA, ETABS, STRUDL, STAAD, SAFE and/or SAP2000.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, MS Project and Outlook).
• Basic knowledge regarding the design of reinforced concrete structures, steel structures and foundation design.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• Detail and quality oriented.
• Must pass background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree with an emphasis/concentration in Structural Engineering.
• Experience using REVIT, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Experience with MSHA/OSHA safety regulations.

Benefits

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.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

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