Structural Engineer
Posted 14 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Lead Structural Engineer - Bridges”
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- Expected experience
- 7+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyCivil Engineering, Structural Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsProfessional Engineer
Field of studyEngineering
Study levelMaster's
This Opportunity
WSP is currently looking for an experienced Senior Structural Engineer - Bridges to join our Northern New England Transportation Group located in the Merrimack, NH or Eliot, ME offices!
This is an exciting opportunity to provide technical design for both small and large-scale projects. Come join our team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.
The ideal candidate will be energetic, have excellent communication skills, and well-rounded bridge engineering experience. They will also have leadership and mentorship skills with a demonstrated track record of leading bridge designs as Engineer of Record. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn, to further develop your career with a global industry leader, and if you are keen to play a role in the growth and development of that business, you will thrive in this environment. You will have the opportunity to engage with WSP’s design centers across the US and around the globe.
Your Impact
- Senior level position to perform professional structural engineering analysis and design of transportation structure, such as bridges and retaining walls.
- Typical duties may include applying high-level structural techniques for various phases of projects including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, and construction; working as part of a team of engineers to design and check bridge superstructure and substructures; develop preliminary and final plans, specifications, quantities, and cost estimates; coordinate with other disciplines, subconsultants, and Clients; and utilize OpenBridge Software
- Coordinate, review and provide design plans, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, concepts, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address structural, design, and/or construction issues or opportunities.
- Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
- Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects.
- Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
- Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner
- Proactively collaborate with other engineers, professionals, and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, local, and privately funded improvement and development projects, as well as proposal and business development opportunities.