EIT -Structural/Bridges

WSB•Charlotte, NC

37d

About The Position

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us. As a structural EIT you will be a member of a team performing bridge design and other structural design for a wide variety of clients including cities, counties, state, and private entities. You will work under Professional Engineers to provide our clients with efficient designs focused on quality. You will use your engineering design skills to perform structural calculations for both new and existing structures, to work with engineering technicians in the development of engineering drawings, to develop project specifications and special provisions, to participate in structural inspections, and to write reports regarding the inspection and evaluation of existing facilities While bridge projects are expected to make up the majority of your work, you will also be required to provide structural design and analysis for retaining walls, buildings and other vertical structures, and hydraulic structures such as clarifiers, tanks, dam, and weirs. You will initially be under the direct supervision of Professional Engineers. As you gain experience and your skills develop, the amount of independent judgement granted, and complexity of tasks performed will increase.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited engineering school
Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is a condition of employment and must be achieved at the time of hire or within six (6) months of the start date to maintain employment.
1-2 years of experience in Bridge Design.
Familiar with LRFD design procedures, be proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel to perform basic calculations and possess basic drawing skills in either Microstation or AutoCAD.
Excellent technical, communication and organizational skills are required.
A willingness to ask questions and an eagerness to learn from more experienced engineers and technicians is essential for success in this position.

Nice To Haves

A Master's of Science degree in Structural Engineering is preferred, but not required.
Coursework, research, or internship experience in bridge and related structural design is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

performing bridge design
structural design for a wide variety of clients including cities, counties, state, and private entities
perform structural calculations for both new and existing structures
work with engineering technicians in the development of engineering drawings
develop project specifications and special provisions
participate in structural inspections
write reports regarding the inspection and evaluation of existing facilities
provide structural design and analysis for retaining walls, buildings and other vertical structures, and hydraulic structures such as clarifiers, tanks, dam, and weirs