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WSP is initiating a search for a Ports and Marine Senior Lead Engineer/Project Manager with the potential to work out of Raleigh-NC, Miami+Tampa-FL, Houston-TX, San Diego+Irvine, CA.
For over 40-years WSP has been a leader in waterfront structural design in the Puget Sound, for the U.S. Navy, and worldwide. The WSP Maritime group is a dynamic and energetic group with strong work ethics and a great culture of collaboration and camaraderie. You would be joining the largest and best waterfront/marine design group in the country. The projects are diverse in nature, interesting, and challenging.
Be involved in projects with our Ports and Maritime Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Our Maritime group comprises of highly motivated analysts, planners, and civil/structural engineers working in several key locations across the US and internationally. Major clients are port authorities, U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, terminal operators, contractors and private entities. Our strength is derived from the diversity of our marine-related work and our staff.
Your Impact
- Independently perform and supervise structural analysis and design for marine and upland components
- Independently perform and supervise berthing and mooring analyses
- Lead development of plans, specifications, schedules and cost estimates for variety of port and Navy projects
- Understand maritime codes and references including UFC, PIANC, ASCE-61
- Independently prepare basis of design, design calculations, technical reports, alternatives analysis, and study reports
- Understand interdisciplinary requirements for port projects and be capable of performing QA/QC reviews
- Attend client meetings and perform site visits
- Mentor developing port and maritime engineers
- 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 Are
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in analysis and design of port structures
- Professional Engineer Licenses
- Bachelors in Civil/Structural Engineering
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
- Previous experience in analyses and design of medium to large scale ports/maritime/Navy structures and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates
- National professional practice organization involvement
- Hands-on analyses and design experience (SAP2000, OPTIMOOR, L-PILE, SLIDE)
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.
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.
This Opportunity
WSP is initiating a search for a Ports and Marine Senior Lead Engineer/Project Manager with the potential to work out of Raleigh-NC, Miami+Tampa-FL, Houston-TX, San Diego+Irvine, CA.
For over 40-years WSP has been a leader in waterfront structural design in the Puget Sound, for the U.S. Navy, and worldwide. The WSP Maritime group is a dynamic and energetic group with strong work ethics and a great culture of collaboration and camaraderie. You would be joining the largest and best waterfront/marine design group in the country. The projects are diverse in nature, interesting, and challenging.
Be involved in projects with our Ports and Maritime Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Our Maritime group comprises of highly motivated analysts, planners, and civil/structural engineers working in several key locations across the US and internationally. Major clients are port authorities, U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, terminal operators, contractors and private entities. Our strength is derived from the diversity of our marine-related work and our staff.
Your Impact
- Independently perform and supervise structural analysis and design for marine and upland components
- Independently perform and supervise berthing and mooring analyses
- Lead development of plans, specifications, schedules and cost estimates for variety of port and Navy projects
- Understand maritime codes and references including UFC, PIANC, ASCE-61
- Independently prepare basis of design, design calculations, technical reports, alternatives analysis, and study reports
- Understand interdisciplinary requirements for port projects and be capable of performing QA/QC reviews
- Attend client meetings and perform site visits
- Mentor developing port and maritime engineers
- 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 Are
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in analysis and design of port structures
- Professional Engineer Licenses
- Bachelors in Civil/Structural Engineering
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
- Previous experience in analyses and design of medium to large scale ports/maritime/Navy structures and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates
- National professional practice organization involvement
- Hands-on analyses and design experience (SAP2000, OPTIMOOR, L-PILE, SLIDE)
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.
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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Align Your Degree to Specialty Occupation Standards
WSP files H-1B petitions under the specialty occupation standard, which requires a directly related bachelor's degree or higher. A civil or structural engineering degree maps cleanly, but make sure your transcripts and credential evaluations reflect that alignment before applying.
Target WSP Offices Near Major Infrastructure Projects
WSP staffs Structural Project Engineers around active transportation, bridge, and building programs. Research which regional offices are hiring for project-heavy work, since those teams are more likely to have open headcount and a history of sponsoring engineers mid-project ramp-up.
Raise Sponsorship Directly in Recruiter Conversations
WSP recruits across H-1B, E-3, TN, and F-1 OPT pathways. Ask the recruiter specifically which visa types the hiring team has processed for this role before, so you can clarify your own situation and avoid late-stage surprises during offer negotiation.
Use Migrate Mate to Surface Open Structural Roles
Filter for Structural Project Engineer positions at WSP that explicitly include visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate aggregates verified sponsoring employers, so you can skip the guesswork and focus your applications on roles where your immigration situation won't disqualify you.
Prepare Your PE Licensure Timeline Before Offer Stage
WSP often expects Structural Project Engineers to be working toward Professional Engineer licensure. If you're on OPT or early H-1B status, document your FE exam status and state board eligibility upfront, since some project roles require PE sponsorship within a defined timeframe.
Understand How PERM Fits Into Long-Term Planning
WSP sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for engineers in stable project roles. PERM requires DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. worker was available, so consistent performance and a well-documented role description from your manager directly supports a stronger PERM filing down the line.
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Does WSP sponsor H-1B visas for Structural Project Engineers?
Yes, WSP sponsors H-1B visas for Structural Project Engineer positions. Structural engineering meets the specialty occupation definition under USCIS standards, since the role typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering. WSP has processed H-1B petitions across multiple U.S. offices, and the role type appears consistently in their sponsorship history.
Which visa types does WSP commonly use for Structural Project Engineer roles?
WSP sponsors Structural Project Engineers through several pathways, including H-1B, E-3 for Australian citizens, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals under USMCA, and F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates. For longer-term immigration, WSP also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for engineers who establish themselves in stable project roles.
How do I apply for Structural Project Engineer jobs at WSP?
You can browse and apply for Structural Project Engineer positions at WSP directly through Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles at verified sponsoring employers and filters by visa type. When applying, tailor your resume to highlight structural analysis software experience, project delivery work, and any PE licensure progress, since WSP hiring managers prioritize candidates who are already progressing through licensure.
What qualifications does WSP expect for Structural Project Engineer candidates needing sponsorship?
WSP generally expects a bachelor's or master's degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited program. Proficiency with structural analysis tools such as ETABS, SAP2000, or RISA is commonly required. Candidates seeking sponsorship should also be prepared to show progress toward Professional Engineer licensure, since many project roles at WSP carry PE expectations within a few years of hire.
How do I think about the timing of H-1B sponsorship if I'm on F-1 OPT at WSP?
If WSP hires you on F-1 OPT, the H-1B cap lottery opens in March each year for an October 1 start date. STEM OPT extensions give structural engineers up to 36 months of additional work authorization, which covers multiple lottery cycles. Work with WSP's immigration team early in your OPT period to register for the lottery and understand your specific USCIS filing deadlines.
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