Early Career Structural Engineer

WSP • San Francisco, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is hiring a full-time Early Career Structural Engineer for its San Francisco, California office, joining the Property & Buildings Team. The role provides local technical assistance on the design, development, and construction of building and infrastructure projects in the public and private sectors. Work may include basic support for research, design, concept development, and construction of load-bearing structures and structural elements, as well as producing accurate project documentation and helping ensure work meets industry standards for design, safety, structural soundness, and functionality.

Under general supervision, the engineer assists with site and project data collection and analysis, research and inspections, routine engineering functions, and entry-level design support. The position also involves preparing engineering documentation, following safety and site-specific procedures, completing assigned training, and making responsible and ethical decisions in accordance with WSP policies. Project schedules may extend beyond a typical workweek, and occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or 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 to meet business objectives.
• 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 meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Ability to work in the United States immediately.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Collect, compile, and analyze data from physical 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 conformance with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements and operating strategies supporting the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.
• Assist in verifying site characteristics and provide basic technical assistance on structural soundness against loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, 2D/3D illustrations, and work-site notebooks or logs.
• Follow 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.
• Exercise responsible and ethical judgment 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, and vision coverage
• 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/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

What This Job Offers

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