Structural Engineer - Transportation Geotechnical and Tunneling

WSP Global Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in New York City is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our Geotechnical and Tunneling Team. You will perform design and analyses for tunnels and underground structures, assist in field inspections, and contribute to project drawings and reports.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering with 3–5 years of relevant experience, and is proficient with SAP2000, STAAD, spColumn, AutoCAD, MicroStation or Revit.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• 3–5 years of post-education experience in structural or tunnel engineering
• Strong background in structural analysis; familiar with SAP2000, STAAD and spColumn
• Familiar with CAD software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation or Revit
• Good understanding of structural engineering and related disciplines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to travel and perform field work

Responsibilities

• Perform structural engineering design and analyses for tunnels and underground structures under the supervision of senior engineers
• Design and analysis of reinforced concrete, steelwork, tunnel linings
• Underground subway station framing design and analysis
• Field inspection of existing underground structures
• Field inspection of construction
• Assist in the preparation of drawings, studies and designs of underground projects
• Assist task leaders in preparation of reports and Contract Documents

Skills

Structural analysis

SAP2000

STAAD

spColumn

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

EIT certification (preferred)

Tools

SAP2000

STAAD

spColumn

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

This Opportunity

We are looking for a talented Structural Engineer to join our growing Geotechnical and Tunneling Team in New York City.

We are working on some of the biggest and most challenging underground projects in the area, constructing new tunnels and renovating existing ones. Come join us and we'll provide you with the opportunities and training that you'll need for a successful career in tunneling.

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Your Impact

• Perform structural engineering design and analyses for tunnels and underground structures under the supervision of senior engineers


• Design and analysis of reinforced concrete, steelwork, tunnel linings


• Underground subway station framing design and analysis


• Field inspection of existing underground structures


• Field inspection of construction


• Assist in the preparation of drawings, studies and designs of underground projects


• Assist task leaders in preparation of reports and Contract Documents

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering


• 3-5 years of post-education experience in structural or tunnel engineering practice


• Strong background in structural analysis, familiar with structural engineering software such as SAP2000, STAAD and spColumn


• Familiar with CAD software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation or Revit


• Good understanding and knowledge of structural engineering and related disciplines (structures, civil, geotechnical, and planning)


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (ability to communicate effectively with other disciplines, managers, and other staff)


• Ability and willingness to travel and perform field work

Preferred Qualifications:

• EIT preferred


• M.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering


• Internship(s) applying structural engineering skills

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 (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $94,400 - $125,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and 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, or federal law.