Bridge Engineer

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Bridge Engineer for our Irvine, CA office. This position is also able to be seated in our Los Angeles, CA office. Be involved in projects with our Southern California Bridge Structures Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Provides technical assistance and guidance for due diligence, investigation, remediation, improvement, and/or construction infrastructure projects in the public sector. Tasks may include assisting with the research, design, concept development, planning, and construction of load-bearing structures or structural elements, such as bridges, signs, walls, and associated transportation facilities. Generates accurate and concise reports, plans, specifications, and, estimates. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, structural soundness, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Perform engineering techniques on a variety of assignments for structural elements under supervision.
• Review submittals and shop drawings
• Prepare design calculations for projects.
• Prepare load ratings.
• Perform project-specific analyses.
• Prepare necessary plans, specifications, estimates, and technical memorandums.
• Utilize technical knowledge to propose creative solutions and solve complex technical problems.
• Compile reports.
• Develop an understanding of project finances.
• Assist in developing schedules and objectives for the project and/or work of field staff.
• Use necessary computer software tools and applications to solve difficult engineering problems.
• Perform work in accordance with agreed-upon budget and schedule.
• Coordinate closely with the team on projects, as well as other disciplines as needed, to support client needs.
• Coordinate and manage tasks within projects.
• Participate in structural or project-related team meetings.
• Seek to develop client relationships.
• 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.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Other duties as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in an engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience.
• Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) Certification having completed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design.
• Capable 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 orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., Bentley products, CSiBridge, LPile, LARSA, LEAP Bridge, MathCad, Excel).
• Knowledge and background use of California Codes and Standards, as well as the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Bridge Design Specifications and AASHTO Guide Specifications for LRFD Seismic Bridge Design Manuals.
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Engineering.
• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
• Basic CADD skills using MicroStation.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a 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.

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $87,700 - 125,400

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and 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.

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