Structural Engineer - Transportation Geotechnical and Tunneling

Job-ID: 97716Category: EngineeringLocation: New York, NY, United StatesPosted: 2026-10-15This OpportunityWe are looking for a talented Structural Engineer to join our growing Geotechnical and Tunneling Team in New York City.We are working on some of the biggest and most challenging underground projects in the area, constructing new tunnels and renovating existing ones. Come join us and we'll provide you with the opportunities and training that you'll need for a successful career in tunneling.At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!Your ImpactPerform structural engineering design and analyses for tunnels and underground structures under the supervision of senior engineersDesign and analysis of reinforced concrete, steelwork, tunnel linings Underground subway station framing design and analysisField inspection of existing underground structuresField inspection of constructionAssist in the preparation of drawings, studies and designs of underground projectsAssist task leaders in preparation of reports and Contract DocumentsWho You AreRequired QualificationsB.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering3-5 years of post-education experience in structural or tunnel engineering practiceStrong background in structural analysis, familiar with structural engineering software such as SAP2000, STAAD and spColumnFamiliar with CAD software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation or RevitGood understanding and knowledge of structural engineering and related disciplines (structures, civil, geotechnical, and planning)Excellent verbal and written communication skills (ability to communicate effectively with other disciplines, managers, and other staff)Ability and willingness to travel and perform field workPreferred Qualifications:EIT preferredM.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Structural EngineeringInternship(s) applying structural engineering skillsWSP Benefits: WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.Compensation:Expected Salary (all locations): $94,400 - $125,000WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.#LI-AC2About the companyAbout WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.