Senior Professional, Structural Engineer

WSP•South Jordan, UT

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About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Senior Professional, Structural Engineer to join our transportation team in our Salt Lake City (South Jordan), Utah office. Be involved in projects with our Transportation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges. The candidate will provide technical support for asset management, program management, rehabilitation, and new design projects for the public sector. Responsibilities include research, design, concept development, planning, and construction support for load-bearing structures and structural elements, such as bridges and other transportation structures. Provides situational guidance to task leads that address current and future challenges, and that documentation and recommendations accurately account for and address risk, innovation, and future-ready opportunities. Provide quality deliverables by ensuring 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 Assist in the design of transportation projects. Function as a technical team member under the direction of a senior design lead. Guide entry-level engineers-in-training (EITs)and CADD technicians through basic design and plan production. Analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, as-builts, GIS data maps, hydrologic analysis, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction. Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates; that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients. Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects. Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical guidance on securing structural soundness from loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence. Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and 2D/3D illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses. Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting. Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers. Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or opportunities. Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during site investigations, offering input in developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities. Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects. Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs). Remain current in the latest structural engineering techniques and practices. 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. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience, with an emphasis on structural design experience with a focus on bridges.
Engineer in Training Certification.
Preferably has either a Professional Engineering license issued by the State of Utah or the ability to readily obtain reciprocity.
Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction, including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects.
Working knowledge of relevant structural and 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.
Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of buildings, facilities, or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies.
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., Bentley MicroStation products, structural engineering software, 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 arrive 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.
Must be flexible with a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.
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.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) experience
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Responsibilities

Assist in the design of transportation projects.
Function as a technical team member under the direction of a senior design lead.
Guide entry-level engineers-in-training (EITs)and CADD technicians through basic design and plan production.
Analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, as-builts, GIS data maps, hydrologic analysis, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates; that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects.
Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical guidance on securing structural soundness from loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence.
Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and 2D/3D illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or opportunities.
Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during site investigations, offering input in developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities.
Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects.
Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
Remain current in the latest structural engineering techniques and practices.
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.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.