Lead Structural Engineer; Generation

Job Description

Lead Structural Engineer (Generation)

WSP is searching for a Lead Structural Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team in Houston, TX. Other eligible locations include Hailey, ;
Seattle, WA;
Overland Park, KS;
Atlanta, GA;
Oradell, NJ;
Mt. Laurel, NJ; and Boise, .

The candidate will be involved in projects with the Power Generation Team and contribute to our client’s objectives.

• Design light foundations and structures for solar farms, battery energy storage facilities, and substation projects
• Design heavy foundations and structures for large power generation projects: generators, turbines, transformers, pipe racks, gas compressors, metal building systems, and masonry walls/buildings
• Design structural steel systems for buildings, platforms, equipment supports, etc.
• Coordinate design requirements with drafters and designers
• Occasional travel (5%-10%) to clients and sites to interface with clients, verify conditions, and monitor construction progress
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients professionally
• Collaborate with engineers, professionals, and authorities on federal, state, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects, as well as proposals and business development opportunities
• Exercise ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 7+ years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience
• PE license
• Proficiency with structural engineering principles, practices, and application to project work‑related issues
• Knowledge of structural and civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements
• Experience with power generation, transmission, and distribution projects
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas professionally to engineering and non‑engineering audiences
• High‑level self‑leadership, attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline‑specific design software (Micro Station, AutoCAD, RISA, STADD), technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools
• Well‑developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to analyze testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis, and reach effective solutions
• Effectiveness at coordinating and directing subcontractors to complete tasks safely and efficiently
• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering
• Experience with pre‑engineered metal building systems
• Experience with seismic analysis and design
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
• Ability to work schedules beyond the typical workweek as required by project needs
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project requirements
• Open to longer‑duration field assignments (1 to 18 months)

• Master’s Degree in Engineering

WSP provides health, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation or other personal time; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (all locations): $98,300 - $175,230

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.