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Early Career Structural Engineer (Buildings)

WSP New York, NY entry full-time

Salary

$72,700 - $100,000 per year

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Description

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Early Career Structural Engineer for our New York, NY office. As an Early Career Structural Engineer, you will be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team, providing technical support for the analysis, design, and construction of building structures across various residential, commercial, institutional, and mixed-use projects.

Responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with structural design and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, and foundation systems
  • Developing structural models and engineering calculations using industry-standard software
  • Preparing construction documents and technical reports
  • Supporting construction administration activities
  • Collaborating with architects, MEP engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders to deliver safe, efficient, and code-compliant structural solutions

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline
  • 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience
  • Excellent research skills with analytical mindset
  • Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build
  • Familiarity with relevant structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools
  • Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Structural Engineering, or closely related discipline
  • Engineer in Training Certification
  • Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
  • Retirement savings
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings

Compensation: $72,700 - $100,000

Skills

Nice to have

  • Master's degree in Structural Engineering
  • Engineer in Training Certification

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/98820

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