Senior Consultant, Bridge Engineer

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an experienced Senior Consultant, Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation Group located in our Raleigh, NC office with an exciting opportunity to work on both small and large-scale projects, including the anticipated final design on the Asheville I-26 Design-Build project. Come join our team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Mid to senior level position to perform engineering analysis and design of transportation structures, such as bridges and retaining walls. 
• Typical duties may include working as part of a team of engineers to design and check bridge superstructures and substructures; develop preliminary and final plans, specifications, quantities and cost estimates; coordinate with other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients; and utilize OpenBridge software.
• Develop or incorporate concept development, design requirements, and advanced modeling techniques to account for the safety and functionality of end-users and transportation systems by incorporating future-ready solutions with structural engineering design standards.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, and calculations to present data, findings, and recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, analysis, and reporting.
• Assist with development and scoping of medium-sized projects.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
• Remain current in 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• Registered Professional Engineer, preferably in North Carolina or ability to obtain NC PE.
• 5+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience.
• Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• 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.
• 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., OpenBridge, MicroStation, STADD, etc.), technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions and arrive at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• NCDOT bridge design experience and familiarity with the latest NCDOT manuals and standards.
• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects, including tracking hours and expenses for project work, a plus.
• A member of and/or actively participating in local professional practice organizations.

 

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professio