Underwater Engineer (EI Diver)

WSP in the U.S.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Underwater Engineer (EI Diver) to join our dive team in Greenville, SC. This role also supports opportunities at other WSP offices in Pennsylvania and Florida, offering growth within a top-ranked international engineering firm.

You will lead challenging inspections of marine structures and bridges, analyze deteriorated components, and prepare technical reports. Travel is required for project sites, with a focus on safety, quality, and collaboration with senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field is required.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification or ability to obtain within one year.
• ADCI Commercial Diver Certification is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu, and CAD software.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to pass ADCI medical examination.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Physically capable of fieldwork including inclement weather, climbing, carrying gear, and operating small boats.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, multitask, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to travel frequently overnight.

Responsibilities

• Apply education, training, and experience to evaluate marine structures and bridges.
• Analyze deteriorated components and calculate remaining load capacities.
• Prepare engineering reports and technical documentation.
• Participate in diving operations as diver or tender.
• Assist senior engineers in designing structural repairs.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct bridge inspections in NBIS and OSHA regulations.
• Uphold WSP standards for safety, quality, and ethics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Travel willingness

Fieldwork adaptability

Education

B.S. in Engineering or related field

EI certification (or ability to obtain within 1 year)

ADCI Commercial Diver Certification

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

CAD software

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Job Description

This Opportunity: WSP is seeking an Underwater Engineer (EI Diver) to join our growing dive team in Greenville, SC. This position is also open to any WSP office location in Pennsylvania and Florida.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a top-ranked international engineering firm where your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure.

At WSP, you’ll work alongside highly skilled professionals, lead challenging inspections, and support our mission to deliver solutions that protect the traveling public and strengthen communities.

Your Impact

• Apply your education, training, and experience to evaluate marine structures and bridges


• Analyze deteriorated components and calculate remaining load capacities


• Prepare engineering reports and technical documentation


• Participate in diving operations, serving as diver or tender


• Assist senior engineers in designing structural repairs for bridges and marine structures


• Plan, schedule, and conduct bridge inspections in compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and OSHA regulations


• Uphold WSP’s standards for safety, quality, and ethical decision-making

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field


• Engineer Intern (EI) certification or ability to obtain within one year


• ADCI Commercial Diver Certification


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu, and CAD software


• 0–3 years of relevant experience


• Ability to pass ADCI medical examination


• Valid state driver’s license


• Physically capable of fieldwork, including working in inclement weather, climbing slopes and ladders, carrying gear (up to 75 lbs), operating small boats, and using hand and power tools


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Self-motivated with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, multitask, follow instructions, and comply with company policies


• Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively within a team


• Willingness to travel frequently overnight based on project requirements and location

Preferred Qualifications

• FHWA-NHI-130091 Underwater Bridge Inspection


• FHWA-NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges


• Proficient in AASHTOWare Bridge Management (BrM)


• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel


• ADCI Air Diver or Air-Diving Supervisor


• Proficient in AutoCAD or MicroStation


• USDOT physical


• Valid TWIC card

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.

www.wsp.com

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.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

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.