Bridge Engineer-In-Training

WSP is seeking a Bridge Engineer-In-Training (EIT) to join our Austin, Texas office. This position offers the opportunity to support the planning, analysis, design, and construction of bridge and transportation structures while working alongside experienced engineers on TxDOT, municipal, and other infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the analysis, design, and detailing of bridge structures, retaining walls, culverts, and other transportation-related structures.
• Support the preparation of engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Assist with developing and reviewing structural models using industry-standard analysis and design software.
• Collect, compile, and evaluate project data, including survey information, geotechnical reports, existing plans, utility information, and field observations.
• Participate in bridge inspections, condition assessments, and construction observation activities as required.
• Prepare accurate and complete engineering documentation, calculations, drawings, and design deliverables in accordance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including roadway, drainage, geotechnical, and construction engineering staff.
• Apply applicable AASHTO, TxDOT, and industry design standards, specifications, and guidelines.
• Follow WSP's quality management procedures, safety requirements, and professional standards.
• Complete assigned training and professional development activities.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to support project and business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis, or Structural Engineering.
• 0-2 years of relevant bridge or structural engineering experience.
• Fundamental understanding of structural analysis and design principles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with guidance and collaboratively within a project team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel occasionally for project meetings, field visits, and bridge inspections.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam.
• Familiarity with bridge design and structural analysis software such as OpenBridge Designer (OBD), OpenBridge Modeler (OBM), LEAP Bridge, PGSuper, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, or similar programs.
• Familiarity with MicroStation, or AutoCAD.
• Internship or coursework related to bridge design, structural analysis, or transportation structures.

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