Structural Engineer - Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader!

WSP•Lawrence Township, NJ

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for a Structural Engineer - Bridge Inspection Assistant Team Leader to join the Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in New Jersey, working out of the Lawrenceville, NJ office. This opportunity is ideal for someone new to bridge inspection who wants to grow into a Bridge Inspection Team Leader role. At WSP, employees are inspired to support future-focused business goals, and the commitment to teamwork helps strengthen communities and expand skylines. The role involves joining a collaborative team of experts working on projects that shape communities and support the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
1 to 3 years of experience with bridge and/or ancillary structure inspection projects.
Engineer-in-Training certification, or ability to obtain it within one year of hire.
Proficient understanding of structural engineering principles, practices, processes, and their application to project-related issues.
Demonstrated interest in structures, transportation, or a related field, with a strong desire to develop skills aligned with WSP’s work and projects.
Physical ability to perform continuous field work, including working at heights and in confined spaces; climbing; carrying ladders and equipment; working in adverse weather, at night, and around moving vehicles.
Ability to work in and around water, including boat and wader work.
Ability to work in a role that may be approximately 50% field-based and 50% office-based.
Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record check.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to present ideas clearly and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Ability to work independently and provide guidance to project team members.
Advanced proficiency in technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and related tools.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Proven commitment to workplace safety and ability to follow WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules based on project needs, which may include night work, workdays longer than 8 hours, and weekends.
Ability to travel occasionally, including potential overnight stays, depending on project requirements.

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training Certification.
Prior work or internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
Interest in UAS Drone flying.
Interest in obtaining rope access (SPRAT) certification.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a range of bridge and infrastructure inspection projects.
Serve as an Assistant Team Leader for bridge and sign structure inspections.
Perform structural engineering tasks and field inspections.
Support preparation of bridge load ratings.
Develop plans and sketches using Visio and MicroStation.
Collaborate independently and with cross-functional teams of engineers on multiple concurrent projects.
Support engineering assignments that build technical, interpersonal, and ethical skills.
Assist with project research, field work, preliminary repair calculations, and structural analysis.
Help prepare cost proposals and scope-of-work documents.
Collect, organize, and maintain project documentation.
Complete training for assignment-specific tasks.
Stay current on structural engineering techniques and practices.
Make responsible, ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct while following WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
Perform other duties as business needs require.