Associate Bridge Inspection, Structural Engineer

WSP Global - Providence, RI

Full-time - Entry Level

Providence, RI

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

WSP USA is seeking an Associate Bridge Inspection, Structural Engineer to join their Structures Bridge Design/Inspection Team in New England. This role involves collaborating with a team of experts on various bridge-related projects, contributing to the development and design tasks, and assisting in bridge inspections. The position aims to enhance technical, social, and ethical skills while supporting project research and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Bridge/Highway Design Team on project development and design tasks.
• Assist in the preparation of Bridge Load Ratings.
• Participate as a team member in Bridge Inspections.
• Develop plans and sketches using AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project execution.
• Support various engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of bridge and transportation engineering.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
• Help prepare final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
• Collect and maintain project documentation and complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in bridge inspection or design or other bridge-related work.
• Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation, or related field.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to take direction from leadership and mentors.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing and office automation tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.

Nice-to-haves

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred.
• Active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings plan