Civil Engineer – Transportation Design

WSP•Miami, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for an enthusiastic and motivated Civil Engineer – Transportation Design to support our Florida Transportation Team! This position will work out of our Miami, FL office. This Opportunity This position will have the opportunity to work within the WSP Miami Offices, a team-focused local environment. The candidate would provide support to technical staff, engineers, and project managers for various transportation engineering projects in both the public and private sectors. Tasks may include basic assistance with the research, conceptual development, design, and constructability of roads, bridge structures, drainage systems, and ITS. Other tasks may include generating accurate and concise training and workflow documentation regarding standardized design software and specifications. This position is best suited for an early career transportation engineer who is seeking an opportunity to be a part of a growing organization that works collaboratively to provide innovative solutions for our clients with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality. The selected candidate(s) will work on State owned projects on a regular basis, as well as with municipalities and local governments. Experience with FDOT and/or Ports projects is beneficial. This position is an excellent opportunity to continue to enhance design and production skills and build relationships within WSP as well as with a large number of clients around the state. The Civil Engineer should have experience in the planning and design of highway, roadway geometric design, roadway plan production, structures design and/or traditional delivery and alternative delivery projects. Responsibilities will include design and plan production. This role will be a key contributor to assisting in daily activities of our Civil/Highway group.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
1 to 3 years of experience in transportation and infrastructure projects.
Experience with design teams on FDOT and municipal projects (highway, roadway geometric design, roadway plan production, and structure design).
Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, OpenRoads).
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving 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.

Nice To Haves

Fundamentals in Engineering Certification (EI/EIT)
Prior Design Experience
Experience with FDOT and/or Ports projects

Responsibilities

Develop 3D design models, calculations, sketches, plans, and estimates for various transportation improvement projects under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
Analyze data from surveys, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
Assist with the development of technologies, modeling techniques, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, transportation vehicles/systems, and incorporate future-ready solutions with civil engineering design standards.
Verify the characteristics of a site and provide technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues.
Assist with technical reports, which could include summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software.
Assist technical staff with writing/reviewing design training manuals and workflow documentation to further advance the engineering industry.
Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects.
Perform basic professional civil engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, infrastructure, and transportation channels to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
Work collaboratively as part of a multi-discipline team of engineers to execute project work on various projects.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.