Senior Structural Engineer (Generation)

Senior Structural Engineer (Generation) Location: Seattle, WA. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power & Energy team in Seattle, WA, and will be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management.

The role involves supporting technical staff, engineers, and project managers in due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial-scale projects in the public and private sector. Your Impact Execute structural engineering projects from concept through completion. Perform structural calculations and analysis using applicable building codes and standards.

Develop specifications and design drawings for heavy industrial and power infrastructure projects. Review vendor submittals and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs). Coordinate technical issues with internal and external engineers, designers, drafters, and client representatives.

Support proposal development and contribute to client relationship management. Assist with project scheduling, sequencing, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination. Communicate directly with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Apply knowledge of seismic, wind, rotating equipment, and loading behavior in structural design. Utilize engineering analysis tools such as STAAD Pro, RISA, SAP2000, L‑Pile, and Mathcad. Support production efforts using Revit, AutoCAD, or Navisworks.

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. Required Qualifications Have an ABET‑accredited bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.

Five (5) or more years of relevant structural design experience in heavy industry, electrical power infrastructure, or plant building design. Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). Familiarity with project management fundamentals, including scheduling, budgeting, and coordination of multiple stakeholders.

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.

Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening. This role is subject to a client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. Employees may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests, and a copy of this policy will be provided during onboarding.

Preferred Qualifications Twelve (10) or more years of structural design experience in energy or industrial environments. Prior project management experience with energy industry projects. Licensed Structural Engineer (SE).

Experience using STAAD Pro, RISA, SAP2000, L‑Pile, and Mathcad. Experience using Revit, AutoCAD, or Navisworks. Experience developing client relationships and managing projects from both technical and administrative perspectives.

Benefits 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. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

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