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WSP in the U.S. · 11 hours ago

Early Career Structural Engineer

Tacoma, WA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$70K/yr - $93K/yr

WSP is currently seeking an Early Career Structural Engineer for their Mountain Pacific Transportation Engineering Team in Tacoma, WA. This role involves analysis, design, and assessment of various structural components for infrastructure projects, providing practical solutions under the guidance of experienced engineers.

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Responsibilities

Under the guidance of supervising structural engineers, you will start learning how to utilize your theoretical knowledge base to come up with practical solutions to a variety of structural problems

Depending on project needs, you will get involved with creating numerical models, preparing calculations for component design, developing plan sets, preparing quantity take-offs and construction cost estimates, and reviewing submittals

Given the public safety aspect of infrastructure projects, this position requires an individual who is detail-oriented, inquisitive, analytical, thorough, and responsible

It is expected that you will take ownership of the tasks assigned to you for their accurate and efficient completion, while taking the lead on communication with your supervising engineer throughout the process

The quality and timeliness of the work you deliver will determine the progression of assignments from basic to more involved

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

Qualification

Structural EngineeringCivil EngineeringEarthquake EngineeringStructural DynamicsReinforced Concrete DesignStructural Steel DesignEngineer in Training CertificationDesign CodesStructural Analysis ToolsTechnical WritingInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

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

Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet project goals

Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to adhere to health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies set by the organization

Preferred

Master's Degree in with an emphasis on Structural Engineering

Familiarity with Earthquake Engineering, Structural Dynamics, Reinforced Concrete Design, Structural Steel Design

Engineer in Training Certification, or scheduled date for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam

Prior internship or work experience related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline

Involvement with local professional practice organizations

Familiarity with relevant design codes (e.g., AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, AASHTO Guide Specification for LRFD Seismic Bridge Design, ACI 318, ASCE 7, AISC Steel Manual etc.) and DOT Bridge Design Manuals (e.g., WSDOT BDM, Caltrans SDC)

Familiarity with structural analysis and computer-aided drafting tools

Benefits

Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life

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

Company

WSP in the U.S.

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