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WSP USA Bridge Engineer in Salt Lake City, Utah
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Bridge Engineer for our Salt Lake City, UT office. Be involved in projects with our Bridge Structures Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.
Provides technical assistance and guidance for due diligence, investigation, remediation, improvement, and/or construction infrastructure projects in the public sector. Tasks may include assisting with the research, design, concept development, planning, and construction of load-bearing structures or structural elements, such as bridges, signs, walls, and associated transportation facilities. Generates accurate and concise reports, plans, specifications, and, estimates. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, structural soundness, and functionality.
Your Impact
Design
Perform engineering techniques on a variety of assignments for structural elements under supervision.
Review submittals and shop drawings
Prepare design calculations for projects.
Prepare load ratings.
Perform project-specific analyses.
Prepare necessary plans, specifications, estimates, and technical memorandums.
Analytics
Utilize technical knowledge to propose creative solutions and solve complex technical problems.
Compile reports.
Develop an understanding of project finances.
Assist in developing schedules and objectives for the project and/or work of field staff.
Use necessary computer software tools and applications to solve difficult engineering problems.
Perform work in accordance with agreed-upon budget and schedule.
Collaboration
Coordinate closely with the team on projects, as well as other disciplines as needed, to support client needs.
Coordinate and manage tasks within projects.
Participate in structural or project-related team meetings.
Seek to develop client relationships.
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.
Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
Other duties as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in an engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience.
Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) Certification having completed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design.
Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, work independently, and comply with company policies.
Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., Bentley products, MDX, CSiBridge, LPile, Eriksson Culvert, LARSA, Leap Bridge, MathCad, Excel).
Knowledge and background use of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Bridge Design Specifications and AASHTO Guide Specifications for LRFD Seismic Bridge Design Manuals.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Engineering.
Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
Experience with local Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) projects.
Basic CADD skills using MicroStation.
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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.
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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.
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