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From the employer's careers site First seen 30 Oct 2026

Structural Engineer - Bridge Inspection Team Leader

WSP Lawrenceville, NJ Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$88,500 - $135,000 per year

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Description

WSP is seeking a Structural Engineer - Bridge Inspection Team Leader to join our Bridge & Infrastructure Inspection Team in New Jersey. This role involves leading bridge, tunnel, and ancillary inspections, performing structural engineering work, and assisting in load ratings and plan development.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead bridge, tunnel, and ancillary inspections
  • Perform professional structural engineering work and inspections
  • Assist in preparing bridge and tunnel load ratings
  • Develop plans and sketches using MicroStation, Visio, and AutoCAD
  • Work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
  • Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers
  • Support project research, field work, and design calculations
  • Assist with cost proposals and scope of work documents
  • Collect and maintain project documentation
  • Complete training on assignment-specific tasks
  • Stay current with latest structural engineering techniques and practices

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
  • Nationally Certified Bridge Inspector (NCBI) certification
  • 3+ years of experience in bridge, tunnel, and/or ancillary inspection or design
  • NHI Course 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Certificate
  • New Jersey PE license or ability to obtain it promptly
  • Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles and practices
  • Physically capable of performing continuous field work
  • Valid Driver's License and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record check
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and provide leadership to junior team members

Preferred Qualifications:

  • NHI Non-Redundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM) course
  • Experience with engineering calculation software
  • Comfortable working at heights and interest in working on ropes
  • Experience with inspecting complex bridges
  • FAA Part 107 certification or interest in UAS Drone flying
  • Familiarity with or certifications in various NDT techniques
  • Interest in programming and/or experience with databases, data analytics, or APIs

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: $88,500 - $135,000

Skills

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