Associate Bridge Engineer

About the Role

• Conduct bridge load rating analysis and prepare related reports. • Support bridge inspection field work and generate inspection reports. • Provide CAD support for drawing development. • Assist in preparing technical design and evaluation reports. • Assist in preparing quantity estimates and specifications. • Collaborate with other design disciplines to execute project work. • Complete training on assigned tasks. • Work collaboratively with engineers, professionals and infrastructure authorities on federal, state, regional and locally funded transportation improvement projects. • Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. • Apply an analytical mindset and sound judgement when evaluating situations and making decisions. • Work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸load rating
• ▸bridge inspection
• ▸cad support
• ▸design reports
• ▸quantity estimates
• ▸collaboration

What You Bring

WSP is initiating a search for a full‑time Bridge Inspection Engineer to work from its Boston, MA or Worcester, MA offices. The role will join the Mid‑Atlantic Inspection Team and contribute to bridge rehabilitation and replacement projects for federal, state, regional and local transportation improvement programs. The position offers the chance to collaborate with engineers, professionals and infrastructure authorities while adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct. • Perform basic professional structural engineering work relating to bridge rehabilitation and replacement projects. • Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline. • Have 1 to 3 years of relevant post‑education experience. • Demonstrate knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, design/build processes and their application to project work. • Be familiar with bridge design and structural analysis, including rehabilitation and new design. • Be highly familiar with relevant structural design codes. • Possess working knowledge of MassDOT, MBTA and/or RIDOT requirements and standards. • Exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non‑engineering audiences. • Show self‑leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multitasking and prioritization in a dynamic environment. • Maintain basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, mathematics, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets and related tools. • Experience with discipline‑specific design software such as AutoCAD, AASHTOWare, MDX, LEAP, CSi Bridge, STAAD or other structural analysis tools. • Demonstrate a proven track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies. • Be able to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek to meet project‑specific requirements. • Preferred: Engineer in Training (EIT) certification. • Preferred: Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering. • Preferred: Prior design experience. • Preferred: Membership or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Requirements

• ▸autocad
• ▸csi bridge
• ▸structural analysis
• ▸bridge design
• ▸bachelor’s
• ▸eit

Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $65,100‑$107,410, with final salary based on education, experience, skills, internal equity and geographic location. WSP offers a comprehensive benefits suite that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings options, paid sick leave, vacation, parental leave and paid time off for bereavement, voting and naturalization proceedings, all aimed at supporting health and financial stability throughout an employee’s career.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time