Associate Bridge Engineer
WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time Bridge Inspection Engineer for their Boston, MA, or Worcester, MA offices. The role involves performing structural engineering work related to bridge projects, including analysis, inspection support, and collaboration with other engineering professionals.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic professional structural engineering work relating to bridge rehabilitation and replacement projects
- Perform bridge load rating analysis and report preparation
- Support bridge inspection field work and reports
- Provide CAD support for drawing development
- Assist in the preparation of technical design and evaluation reports
- Assist in the preparation of quantity estimates and specifications
- Work with other design disciplines in executing project work
- Complete training on assigned tasks
- Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded transportation improvement projects
- Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline
- Minimum 1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience
- Knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues
- Familiarity with bridge design and structural analysis including rehabilitation and new design
- Highly familiar with relevant structural design codes
- Working knowledge of MassDOT, MBTA, and/or RIDOT requirements and standards
- Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience
- Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools
- Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, AASHTOWare, MDX, LEAP, CSi Bridge, STAAD, or other structural analysis software)
- 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
- Engineer in Training Certification
- Master's Degree in Structural Engineering
- Prior design experience
- A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- Life
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation (or other personal time)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
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