Engineer Diver

Job-:
Engineering

Location:

Philadelphia, PA, United States; NY, United States; NJ, United States;
New York, NY, United States;
Greenville, SC, United States;
Tallahassee, FL, United States; PA, United States; SC, United States; FL, United States Posted:
This OpportunityWSP is seeking an experienced Engineer Diver to join our Underwater Inspection Team in the Northeast Region. This position can be based in any of our offices in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, South Carolina, or Florida, with flexibility depending on candidate preference.

This role is designed for a licensed professional engineer who exercises independent engineering judgment, leads complex field inspections, and provides technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams. You will serve as a key contributor in delivering high-quality bridge and waterfront inspection services, supporting both field execution and engineering  this role, you will act as a technical lead, responsible for planning and executing inspections, evaluating structural conditions, and developing practical, defensible engineering recommendations.

You will work with limited supervision, mentor junior staff, interface directly with clients, and help drive consistent, high-quality deliverables across projects.

Your Impact Lead and execute bridge and waterfront inspections in accordance with client requirements, NBIS standards, and industry best practices

Apply sound engineering judgment to evaluate structural conditions and develop recommendations for repair, rehabilitation, or replacement

Plan inspection approaches, including field logistics, dive operations, and staffing needs

Review and finalize inspection reports to ensure technical accuracy, clarity, and compliance

Perform and check engineering calculations related to structural assessment, load ratings, and construction inspections

Provide technical leadership, training, and mentorship to engineers, inspectors, and dive personnel

Coordinate with project managers to support schedule, budget, and quality objectives

Promote and enforce WSP’s safety culture, including strict adherence to Safe Diving Practices and site-specific safety plans

Represent WSP in client meetings, field coordination, and project discussions

Uphold WSP’s values through ethical decision-making and professional conduct

Who You Are

Required Qualifications B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related discipline7+ years of experience in bridge and/or waterfront inspection

Professional Engineer (PE) license in PA, NY, and NJ (or ability to obtain within six months)
NBIS Team Leader certificationNBIS Underwater Bridge InspectorADCI-certified Commercial DiverADCI-approved Dive Physical completed within the past 12 months

Demonstrated experience leading field teams and performing work with limited supervision

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to both engineering and non-engineering audiences

Proven commitment to workplace safety and compliance with health, safety, and substance policies

Physically capable of performing demanding field work, including climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, carrying equipment, and operating in adverse weather conditions.

Valid Driver’s License Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

Project Management Experience Additional FHWA/NHI certifications in scour, stream stability, or similar.

Proficiency with AutoCAD or Micro Station.
2D/3D Acoustic Imaging experience

Remote Pilot Certificate (Drone License).SPRAT Certification.

Certifications in various destructive and non-destructive techniques.

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits…