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WSP is currently initiating a search for a Structural Engineer for our Worcester, MA office. The following locations will also be considered: Boston, MA and Providence, RI . Be involved in projects with our Structures/Bridge Design and Inspection Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

• Work with Bridge Design Teams for the rehabilitation and replacement design of bridges for various New England Transportation Agencies

• Assist in the preparation of Bridge Load Ratings

• Work as a Team Member on Bridge and Tunnel Inspections.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with performing basic professional structural engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of bridges and tunnels to satisfy federal/state inspection requirements.

• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various design elements associated with bridge rehabilitation and replacement projects.

•Assist with verifying the load carrying capacity of existing in service bridges

• 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 CAD work as required to support the development of Construction Plans

• Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.

• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience

• Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset.

• Familiarity with processes and concepts for design/build.

• Familiarity with relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.

• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.

• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.

• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AASHTOWare, Leap, STAAD, CSiBridge).

• 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.

Experience using Revit, AutoCAD and/or Microstation software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification.

• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.

• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.

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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.

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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.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.