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WSP USA Associate Bridge Engineer-In-Training in Austin, Texas
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Bridge Engineer-In-Training for our Austin, TX office. Be involved in projects with our Bridge Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.
Job Description:
Perform engineering analysis, design and inspection of transportation structures such as bridges and retaining walls and assist with routine bridge inspections. Position requires knowledge and application of basic engineering principles under close supervision; work is reviewed for adequacy and accuracy. Position also requires some time for travel and working outside. Typical duties may include the following:
o Assists with the evaluation, development, design, or selection of required structures.
o Performs analysis and design calculations for structures.
o Calculates estimated quantities and cost estimates for structures.
o Provides guidance to CADD technicians for the development of structural design plans.
o Reviews fabricator/contractor working drawings.
o Researches applicable design codes and guidelines to ensure design compliance.
o Researches design options and documents findings.
o Coordinates assignments with project team and supervisor.
o May use MicroStation CADD to perform engineering tasks.
o Assist with inspection of bridges.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering
1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience
Preferred Qualifications:
• Masters degree with a focus on Structural Engineering
• Engineer-In-Training Certification or Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam
Desired Attributes:
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design.
• Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
• Knowledge of relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Familiar with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
• 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 instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Experience with relevant design software (i.e., MathCad, Excel, MicroStation, OpenRoads, Geopak, ANSYS, STADD, SAP, LARSA, MIDAS).
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving 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.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
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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.