Graduate Engineer- Structural

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration and forward-thinking ideas.

We’ve inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow.

We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do :

• As a structural EIT you will be a member of a team performing bridge design and other structural design for a wide variety of clients including cities, counties, state, and private entities.
• You will work under Professional Engineers to provide our clients with efficient designs focused on quality.
• You will use your engineering design skills to perform structural calculations for both new and existing structures, to work with engineering technicians in the development of engineering drawings, to develop project specifications and special provisions, to participate in structural inspections, and to write reports regarding the inspection and evaluation of existing facilities While bridge projects are expected to make up the majority of your work, you will also be required to provide structural design and analysis for retaining walls, buildings and other vertical structures, and hydraulic structures such as clarifiers, tanks, dam, and weirs.
• You will initially be under the direct supervision of Professional Engineers. As you gain experience and your skills develop, the amount of independent judgement granted, and complexity of tasks performed will increase.
• Inspecting bridges for structural defects such as cracks, corrosion, or signs of wear and tear.
• Reviewing structural drawings and calculations to determine if they meet building codes.
• Conducting load tests on bridges to ensure they can support the weight of vehicles that may use them.
• Maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, identifying defects or damages, and monitoring the condition of bridges.

What You Will Bring :

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited engineering school.

Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) is a plus, but not required.

• If not already completed, successful completion of the FE exam within one calendar year of employment will be required.
• Coursework, research, or internship experience in bridge and related structural design is highly preferred.
• Familiar with LRFD design procedures, be proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel to perform basic calculations and possess basic drawing skills in either MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• Excellent technical, communication and organizational skills are required. A willingness to ask questions and an eagerness to learn from more experienced engineers and technicians is essential for success in this position.

Who We Are : WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services.

We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 30 complementary areas across the nation.

WSB does not accept resumes from third parties.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.