Lead Structural Engineer - Bridges

Job-ID: 95206Category: EngineeringLocation: Merrimack, NH, United States; Eliot, ME, United StatesPosted: 2026-09-14This OpportunityWSP 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 ImpactSenior 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 SoftwareCoordinate, 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 mannerProactively 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. Remain current in latest structural engineering techniques and practices.Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.Who You AreRequired QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.7+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior structural or civil design experience. Registered Professional Engineer, preferably in NH, VT or Maine or ability to obtain PE.Proficient knowledge of structural engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues. Well-developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations. Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, OpenBridge, MDX, STADD, etc.), technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions and arrive at the most effective, economical, and logical solution. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.Preferred Qualifications:Master’s Degree in Engineering.NHDOT, MaineDOT and/or VTrans Bridge design experience and familiarity with the latest respective manuals and standards.A member of and/or actively participating in local professional practice organizations.#LI-SM1About 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.