WSP
Senior Bridge/Structural Engineer
WSP, Las Vegas, NV
Job Description
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Bridge/Structural Engineer for our Las Vegas, Nevada office. WSP USA Operates with a Hybrid-Workplace Model. Be involved in projects with our Mountain Pacific Structures Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. In addition to Nevada, opportunities to work on projects across the West Coast.
Provides technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, improvement, and/or construction of infrastructure projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assisting with the research, design, concept development, planning, and construction various structural elements of bridges and culverts. Substantiates reports and documentation regarding material, installations, and construction specifications. 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
Design
Analytics
Collaboration
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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About Us
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.
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.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Bridge/Structural Engineer for our Las Vegas, Nevada office. WSP USA Operates with a Hybrid-Workplace Model. Be involved in projects with our Mountain Pacific Structures Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. In addition to Nevada, opportunities to work on projects across the West Coast.
Provides technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, improvement, and/or construction of infrastructure projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assisting with the research, design, concept development, planning, and construction various structural elements of bridges and culverts. Substantiates reports and documentation regarding material, installations, and construction specifications. 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
Design
- Perform engineering techniques on a variety of assignments for structural elements under minimal supervision.
- Review submittals and shop drawings.
- Evaluate design calculations for projects.
- Examine existing structures and load ratings.
- Perform project specific analyses.
- Prepare necessary plans, specifications, estimates, and technical memorandums.
Analytics
- Utilize technical knowledge to propose creative solutions and solve complex technical problems.
- Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, CIVIL 3D, Larsa 4D, CSiBridge, L-pile, etc.), technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
- 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.
Collaboration
- 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 or lead structural or project related team meetings.
- Mentor and guide entry-level engineers and collaboratively share information.
- 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.
- Other duties as required by business needs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
- 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience.
- Engineer in Training Certification.
- Experience in structural design of bridges, retaining walls, drainage structures, and facilities
- Experience working with Clark County, NDOT, RTC and other Nevada local agency projects is preferred.
- Experience with industry design standards such as AASHTO, ACI, AISC etc.
- Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
- Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects.
- Working knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
- Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, CIVIL 3D, Larsa 4D, CSiBridge, L-pile, etc.), technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
- Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
- Ability to assertively direct others in the field such as subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
- 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. (PE)
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About Us
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.
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.