Intermediate Professional - Structural Engineering

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Professional - Structural Engineer for our Charlotte office. WSP works closely with owners, architects, and contractors from around the world on large, complex projects with a focus on sustainability of the built environment. Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Our Charlotte, North Carolina team evaluates, designs, and rehabilitates commercial, industrial, and military buildings and hydraulic structures. This work focuses on building rehabilitation/preservation and includes performing field work to document the structure, performing structural analysis/design, developing construction documents, and providing construction administration services. We work extensively with the US Department of Defense including the Air Force, Army Corps of Engineers, Defense Logistics Agency and other federal government agencies.

Your Impact

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  Perform basic structural engineering work to evaluate, design, and repair buildings and infrastructure in conformance with applicable codes and standards.

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  Assist with the development of structural calculations and Revit models to determine future-ready solutions.

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  Assist with the preparation of technical reports, structural design documents (drawings and specifications), calculation packages, cost estimates, and presentations.

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  Participate in multi-disciplinary investigations and repair designs of existing structures.

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  Assist with project research, analysis, and modeling.

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  Perform non-destructive and destructive testing; on-site documentation; and construction observations.

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  Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.

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  Work collaboratively with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects.

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  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

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  Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

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Who You Are

Required Qualifications

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  Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.

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  Engineer in Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) Certification.

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  1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience.

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  Knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.

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  Familiarity with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design.

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  Familiar with relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.

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  Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.

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  Attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

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  Ability to work independently with supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.

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  Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

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  Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.

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  Experience with architectural and engineering software including AutoCAD, Revit, Revu.

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  Experience with finite element analysis and design software such as STAAD, RISA 3D, RAM, Enercalc, and Tekla Tedds.

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  Ability to perform field work and to work at heights.

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  Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

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  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.

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  Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

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  Occasional/intermittent travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

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Preferred Qualifications:

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  Master's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.

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  Ability to become a Licensed Professional Engineer with 3 years.

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  Prior structural engineering analysis and design experience for new construction.

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  Prior experience with non-destructive testing and evaluation.

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  A member of and/or actively participate 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 professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.