Early Career Structural Engineer

WSP • San Francisco, CA

3d • $72,700 - $89,200 • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking a full-time Early Career Structural Engineer for its San Francisco, California office, joining the Property & Buildings Team. The role provides local technical assistance with the design, development, and construction of public- and private-sector building and infrastructure projects. Work may include supporting research, design, concept development, and construction of load-bearing structures and structural elements, including buildings, bridges, roadways, and mechanical structures. The engineer prepares accurate, concise project documentation and helps ensure work meets industry standards for design, safety, structural soundness, and functionality.

Under general supervision, the engineer supports data collection and analysis, site research and inspections, routine engineering functions, design requirements, and operating strategies. The position requires compliance with safety procedures and company policies, completion of assigned training, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Schedules may extend beyond the typical workweek to meet project requirements, and occasional travel may be required. The candidate must be able to work in the United States immediately.

WSP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave and vacation or other personal time; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings. The expected salary range is $72,700–$89,200 across all locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Excellent research skills and an analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with design/build processes and concepts.
• Familiarity with relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software, such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC-RAS, or HEC-HMS.
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek to meet project-specific requirements.
• Ability to travel occasionally, depending on project requirements.
• Ability to work in the United States immediately.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and specific engineering discipline.
• Membership in or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from work sites, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other sources for project development, design, and construction.
• Assist with research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, buildings, infrastructure, and transportation channels to assess compliance with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements and operating strategies to support safety and functionality.
• Help verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance in securing structural soundness against environmental and human loads and pressures.
• Prepare complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, 2D/3D illustrations, and work-site notebooks or logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including those related to location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation or other personal time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level