Mid-Level Structural (Buildings) Engineer

WSP • Denver, CO

4d • $94,300 - $156,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Mid-Level Structural (Buildings) Engineer to join their Federal Programs AEC Team. This role will focus on structural engineering projects for federal, defense, and public-sector clients. The ideal candidate will have established building design experience and be ready to take on increased technical responsibility, support multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to projects from the design phase through construction support. The Federal Programs Team works with major clients such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Postal Service, and U.S. National Park Service, focusing on mission-driven, technically varied facilities with constraints related to security, budgets, schedule, constructability, and coordination.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant post-education experience in the analysis and design of building structures.
• Professional Engineer license.
• Proficient knowledge of structural building codes, design standards, and structural engineering principles.
• Proficient knowledge of structural design and modeling software such as ETABS, SAP2000, RISA-3D, RAM Concept, SAFE, Revit, and AutoCAD.
• Experience preparing structural calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and design documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate effectively with engineering and non-engineering team members.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under limited supervision, as well as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet project and business objectives.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
• Structural Engineer license, or ability to obtain.
• 3+ years of experience in Alternative Delivery projects.
• DBIA Certification.
• Experience with federal design standards, including UFCs and UFGS.
• Seismic design and assessment experience.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government-issued Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform structural analysis and design of new and existing buildings, including gravity and lateral systems, foundations, and structural components constructed of steel, concrete, masonry, and wood.
• Develop structural drawings, specifications, calculations, and design documentation using site observations, existing-condition information, geotechnical reports, and other project data.
• Successfully deliver design projects in design-bid-build, Design-Build, or Alternative Delivery frameworks.
• Perform engineering calculations and use structural analysis and design software to evaluate building loads and design structural members and connections in accordance with applicable building codes, design standards, and project criteria.
• Develop structural design concepts, select appropriate structural systems and materials, and coordinate structural requirements with architectural, civil, geotechnical, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection disciplines.
• Prepare complete, accurate, and concise structural calculations, design drawings, specifications, reports, and building information models using applicable engineering and drafting software.
• Lead or support site visits and construction-phase services, including documenting existing conditions and construction progress, reviewing submittals, and responding to requests for information while complying with applicable safety requirements and site-specific procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and quality review support for work prepared by junior staff.
• Complete required company, safety, and project-specific training.
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation (or other personal time)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

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