Associate Consultant, Structural Engineer

WSP•Washington, DC

5d•$90,000 - $105,600•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking an Associate Consultant, Structural Engineer for its Washington, D.C. office to support the Mid-Atlantic Transportation Team. The role supports technical staff, engineers, and project managers on due diligence, remediation, improvement, and construction of public- and private-sector building and infrastructure projects. Work may include basic assistance with research, design, concept development, and construction of load-bearing structures and structural elements, as well as preparing accurate documentation and reports. Responsibilities are to be carried out to industry standards for design, safety, structural soundness, and functionality. The position involves gathering and analyzing project data, conducting research and inspections, supporting structural design and risk assessment, preparing technical reports, and coordinating site work with project teams and infrastructure authorities. The role requires collaboration across disciplines and adherence to WSP’s ethical, safety, and workplace policies. Occasional travel and schedules extending beyond a typical workweek may be required based on project needs. The expected salary range is $90,000–$105,600. WSP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave and vacation or personal time; parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
1 to 3 years of relevant post-education experience.
Knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and their application to project-related issues.
Familiarity with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design.
Strong familiarity with relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Analytical mindset and sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Self-leadership, attention to detail and accuracy, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Basic proficiency in technical writing, office automation, software, technology, mathematics, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
Experience with discipline-specific design software such as OpenBridge Modeler, MicroStation, AutoCAD, LARSA 4D, CSiBridge, Midas Civil, AASHTOWARE BrR, LEAP Concrete, LEAP Steel, Staad.Pro, or CANDE.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements, which may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Ability to travel occasionally, depending on project-specific requirements.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training certification.
Prior design experience.
Membership in and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing site, survey, blueprint, GIS, utility, mapping, geotechnical, and other project data.
Conduct basic structural engineering research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, buildings, infrastructure, and transportation channels to assess compliance with applicable rules, standards, permits, and requirements.
Assist in developing technologies, monitoring devices, modeling techniques, design requirements, and operating strategies that support safety, functionality, and future-ready structural engineering solutions.
Help verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance to ensure structural soundness under environmental or human-caused loads and pressures.
Write technical reports summarizing research, findings, and conclusions, using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, software, and 2D/3D illustrations.
Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, design concepts, construction, mitigation, improvement, and remediation activities.
Work with cross-functional teams to execute project work.
Assist with preparing work plans and coordinating site work.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Collaborate with engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on federally, state, regionally, locally, and privately funded improvement and development projects.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and comply with WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.