Description Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is seeking early-career Associates with a background in civil or structural engineering to join our teams in 2025, in most of our nationwide locations. WJE is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists. Clients worldwide seek our expertise to solve the most significant, interesting, and challenging problems in the built world. Our applied experience from more than 175,000 projects combined with unparalleled laboratory and testing capabilities have made WJE a leader in providing innovative yet practical solutions to the clients we serve. Working at WJE is a team endeavor characterized by a culture of trust and personal responsibility. We encourage open communication, continuous learning, innovative thinking, ongoing mentoring, and free-flowing collaboration. We seek highly talented and hard-working individuals who want to be challenged, who want hands-on work, who want to set a higher standard, and who want to be mentored by the industry's most accomplished experts. People with outstanding Character, unwavering Commitment to our core and culture, strong Expertise, and genuine Enthusiasm for their work. If you are enthusiastic about solving problems, curious about the built world, and are committed to doing exceptional work - we want you on our team! Learn more about the Extraordinary People we hire at WJE. Responsibilities: Perform hands-on forensic investigations, condition assessments, and construction observations, which may include documenting distress and collecting test samples Conduct field testing and gather data using a variety of technologies including digital instrumentation and imaging tools Analyze data and research modern and historic construction documents, governing codes, and design guidelines to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design Complete analysis using a combination of advanced analysis software and engineering calculations Assist with drafting and preparation of conceptual, preliminary, and final client deliverables, including structural and architectural construction drawings, specifications, written reports, and presentations Interface with project teams, clients, contractors, and other engineering disciplines Assume responsibility for key aspects of projects and complete assignments with limited oversight, under the guidance of licensed professionals Qualifications: Master's degree or better in structural or civil engineering or related field Solid foundation in structural engineering principles with demonstrated interest in the investigation, rehabilitation, construction, and design of various modern and historic structures, building systems, and construction materials Relevant internship and/or research experience Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills Proactive team player willing to take on various responsibilities and work independently Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing demands, while maintaining a high standard of excellence, integrity, and attention to detail Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position requires visual acuity and listening ability. Individuals must have the dexterity to be able to operate office and field equipment such as computers, printers, fax, copier, telephone, voice mail system, and other office and field equipment. Requirements may also include: Ability to attend meetings at various office, field, and construction sites Ability to perform inspections of buildings and other structures, both visually and with instruments Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment up to 50 lbs. Ability to perform work in the temperature extremes presented by work