Bridge Inspection Engineer Early Career null

Your role

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time Early Career Bridge Inspection Engineer for their Virginia Beach, Richmond, and Herndon, VA offices. Be involved in projects with their Mid-Atlantic Inspection Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets their client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for designing, developing, and constructing infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assistance with the design, repair and construction of bridges, roads, tunnels, and dams. Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Perform Field work inspecting bridges and highway ancillary structures throughout the Mid-Atlantic for deterioration and structural damage
• Assist with report writing for the inspection work completed in the fields
• Assist with planning and preparation of field inspection trips and maintaining field equipment and supplies
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures to ensure work is completed in a correct manner.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

About you

Who You Are

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience,
• Proficient self-discipline with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel 
• Physically capable of performing field work including climbing ladders (40ft or less) and in close quarters, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
• Proficiency/Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• 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.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer in Training Certification
• Previous experience or knowledge in bridge inspection or design or other bridge-related work is a plus.
• Ability to read plans and specifications to provide entry-level technical assistance on various bridge repair designs and construction inspections
• Interest in UAS Drone flying
• Comfortable working at Heights (40ft+) and interested in working on Ropes (obtaining SPRAT Certification)
• Enjoys getting out of the office, working outdoors, and seeing the world

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you may get the following benefits:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Supplemental Health
• 401(k)
• Compensation and Career
• Health Savings and Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Life, AD&D, and BTA Insurance
• Additional Protection Options
• Time Away from Work
• Employee Discounts

Training & Development

For early career professionals, WSP provides structured training programs supervised by experienced professionals. You will discover a culture that rewards dedication with support and encouragement while exploring a variety of opportunities to do meaningful, impactful work in your community. Through the WSP Learning Portal, a wide range of career development programs and courses is available, including internal and external courses, videos, textbooks, and e-learning resources.

Career Progression

WSP is an exciting place to work. They offer a number of different career paths. You can specialize in your field of technology or become a project manager with responsibility for large and complex projects. You might be interested in a management career with responsibility for a unit, department, or business area. Or you might move towards business development, developing client relationships, and bringing in new business.

Source

• rewardsatwsp.com/New-to-WSP
• wsp.com/en-ph/careers/what-we-offer
• wsp.com/en-gb/careers/graduates
• youtube.com/@WSPUSA