Junior Structural Staff Engineer

This Opportunity

WSP, an award winning and innovative multi-disciplinary consulting firm is seeking a Jr. Structural Staff Engineer to join the structural engineering practice within our Architectural Engineering (A/E) business based in Portland, Maine.

The role of the Junior Structural Engineer is to work within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, and designers on building projects with an emphasis on engineering. As a junior structural engineer, you will be working on specific engineering and design tasks under the supervision of a senior structural engineer and or designer. The nature and progression of the assignments and the level of responsibilities will depend on your performance and willingness to grow. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are expected. Ability to self-direct and to independently research technical solutions are encouraged. This is a great opportunity to grow you career by working on structural projects within a multi-discipline project team environment. The position will primarily work in an office/home office setting but may require travel to client facilities.

Our Portland A/E Team provides technical solutions for challenging projects and complex design problems, with a focus towards sustainable, resilient, and energy efficient solutions for our clients.  Our projects include assessments, forensic analysis, renovation, and new construction in the industrial, municipal, federal, and commercial sectors. We are a dedicated group of professionals, who take pride in maintaining a small family-like, flexible work environment, while also having the structure, resources, and opportunities of a large global organization. You will have the opportunity to engage with WSP’s design centers across the US and the Globe. 

WSP employees actively champion Inclusion & Diversity programs and initiatives throughout the country at the national, regional, and local levels. Here in the Northeast region, we act on the company’s inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging principles through a variety of committees that partner with professional organizations, lead STEM outreach in our communities, facilitate regular learning opportunities through Lunch & Learn discussions and weekly “Inclusion & Diversity Moments,” and promote Inclusion & Diversity throughout the office through a variety of initiatives designed to reduce bias and raise awareness. Upper management supports these initiatives and all employees are invited to join their local councils or apply to become an “Inclusion & Diversity Ambassador,” which brainstorm and implement the various initiatives and programs.  

Your Impact

• Analyze new and existing structures per required code.
• Develop calculation packages and construction drawings as required, under the guidance of senior engineers and designers.
• Perform site visits of existing structures to evaluate their capacity and ability to resist new loading requirements; produce technical reports with technically sound recommendations.
• Be able to use engineering fundamentals to solve seemingly complex problems.
• Be able to present and describe engineering solutions and concept competently to both technical and non-technical audience.  
• Develop structural models to solve engineering problems based on sound engineering principles.
• Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Adhere to our project delivery standards, including self-checking work prior to quality control reviews, to ensure a high quality of work is consistently delivered.
• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience.
• EIT or Eligible to sit for the Fundamental of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Solid understanding of structural fundamentals required.
• Familiarity building codes including seismic and wind requirements.
• Knowledge with wood, concrete, steel and masonry.
• Familiarity with Revit and/or willingness and ability to learn.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with a structural analysis software such as STAAD PRO, ETABS or RISA and/or willingness and ability to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to create and interpret sketches, drawings, and various structures
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines.
• Must have a valid driver’s license. M