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Offshore Structural Engineer

WSP
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2025

Job Description

This Opportunity

Be involved in projects with our East Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. 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!

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Offshore Structural Engineer for onshore and offshore energy projects preferably based in our Houston, TX (9655 Katy Freeway) office.

Your Impact

  • Perform structural analysis and design of onshore and offshore facilities for energy projects.
  • Ensure engineering designs implemented by the company meet applicable industry codes and standards including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI and AISC or applicable offshore standard such as DNVGL, API RP-2A, ISO 19900 series.
  • Perform and document engineering studies, analysis, calculations, drawings and specifications in coordination other engineers. Review drawings and draw sketches using AutoCAD or similar software.
  • Engineering Production :

Managing structural / civil engineering design and analysis for multiple projects, including engineering schedule and budget performance, quality of engineering solutions and deliverables, and coordination of design, procurement, and construction.

  • Serve as a structural lead for various phases of project development, from conceptual feasibility studies and cost analyses through permitting, detailed design construction, and post-construction monitoring.
  • Perform routine Engineering and Project Control and Administration functions
  • Prepare sketches and drawings
  • Using various types of CADD design software
  • Client Focus :
  • Develops strong relationships with and becomes a trusted partner with clients.

  • Responsible for identifying key client interests and drivers on projects.
  • Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns.
  • Works to identify future client needs and how to better position WSP to best serve those needs.
  • Provides support to business development or pursuit activities.
  • Support technical requests from current and proposed customers.
  • Project Coordination :
  • Actively coordinates with other internal / external team members.

  • Responsible for coordinating project schedules.
  • Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology : Independently develop and apply advanced engineering techniques, concepts and approaches to unique engineering problems.

  • Quality / Continuous Improvement : Promotes a culture that is conducive to quality.
  • 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.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
  • Who You Are

    Required Qualifications

  • Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering with an emphasis on structural engineering from an accredited Engineering Program.
  • Minimum of 1 year of related experience after Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience in working with SACS or similar structural analysis software in design and analysis of offshore structures.
  • Engineer-in-Training certification. Qualified to achieve PE Qualification within 2 years of joining WSP.
  • Strong (proven) communication and interpersonal skills (verbal / written / presentation).
  • Good organizational skills, multi-tasking capabilities and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well independently and in a group setting.
  • Ability to travel occasionally for business (approximately 10% of annual time).
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug / alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience of working on Offshore wind foundation design is highly preferred.
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP). Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
  • Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis using ANSYS or equivalent.
  • Member and active participant in industry organizations.
  • About Us

    About WSP

    WSP 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.

    www.wsp.com

    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.

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