Description
We are seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer to join our Hydraulic Structures Group in Sacramento, CA, United States. You will support multidisciplinary teams in the planning, analysis, design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of dams, spillways, outlet works, hydropower facilities, canals, flood-control structures, and related civil works.
Key Responsibilities
- Structural Analysis & Design: Perform structural analyses for reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry hydraulic structures. Support design calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical memoranda. Assist in evaluating hydrostatic, seismic, hydrodynamic, thermal, and soil-structure interaction loading.
- Technical Support for Project Delivery: Assist with reports, feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, engineering evaluations, cost estimates, risk assessments, and design documentation.
- Field Investigations: Participate in inspections of dams, spillways, outlet works, canals, and related hydraulic structures. Support field data collection and construction observation activities.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work with geotechnical, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and CAD/BIM professionals.
- Quality and Standards Compliance: Support compliance with ACI, AISC, ASCE 7, USACE, USBR, and dam safety requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Strong knowledge of structural mechanics, reinforced concrete, and steel design.
- Proficiency with engineering analysis tools and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively.
- EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Structural Engineering or related field.
- Internship or coursework related to dams, hydraulic structures, or water infrastructure.
- Familiarity with finite element modeling and nonlinear structural behavior.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or Civil 3D.
- Exposure to hydrology and hydraulics concepts.
Professional Growth Opportunities
Mentorship from senior engineers, training in advanced analysis methods, opportunities to support dam safety evaluations and major water infrastructure projects, and support for PE licensure and ongoing professional development.
Work Environment
Occasional travel for field investigations, construction support, site inspections, and project meetings may be required. Field work may include outdoor environments, confined spaces, and work near water bodies and heavy equipment while following all safety requirements.
Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
Expected Salary: $68,200 - $85,300