Early Career Civil Engineer

WSP • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the design, development, and construction of public- and private-sector infrastructure projects and systems. Work may include basic assistance with research, design, concept development, and construction involving roads, buildings, tunnels, dams, bridges, water supply systems, and sewage treatment. Generates accurate and concise documentation for assigned project aspects and ensures responsibilities meet or exceed acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Excellent research skills and an analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with design/build processes and concepts.
• Familiarity with relevant civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software, such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC-RAS, or HEC-HMS.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and specific engineering discipline.
• Membership in and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from physical worksites, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other sources for project development, design, and construction.
• Assist with research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, buildings, infrastructure, and transportation channels to assess conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements and operating strategies that support the safety and functionality of end users, systems, and infrastructure.
• Assist with verifying site characteristics and provide basic technical assistance on engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field or worksite notebooks and logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including those concerning location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level