Junior Environmental Engineer

WSP • Tacoma, WA

14h

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Junior Environmental Engineer with the potential to work out of our Tacoma, WA office. Be involved in projects with our Federal Environmental Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.
The successful candidate will be involved with providing local technical assistance for the design, development, and implementation of environmental programs for the public and private sectors. Tasks may include basic assistance with field investigations and the research, concept development, design and construction of sediment, soil, and groundwater remediation systems. Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of each project undertaken. They will ensure that assignments are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards and project requirements for design, safety, and functionality. Work will include a mixture of field and office assignments; some travel is likely, including overnight stays.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or equivalent,
• 1-3 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing (orally and in written form) ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Self-starter with attention to detail, flexibility with multi-tasking, and competency in prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as to function as part of a team, to meet business objectives.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek (overtime and weekend work is possible).
• Ability to perform field assignments that may involve lifting and carrying heavy objects and walking on uneven terrain is required.
• Flexibility for occasional travel, depending on project-specific requirements.
• Driver’s license or ability to obtain (within 6 months) and must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
• Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator.
• Engineer in Training Certification or ability to obtain, with desire to pursue licensing.
• Basic proficiency with math principles, predictive models, and tools.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and technical software programs such as GIS, Python, SYSTAT, MATLAB, and Origin.
• This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degrees (Masters/PhD) strongly preferred.
• Experience with sampling of environmental media (soils, sediment, water).
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction cost estimating and construction processes is a plus.
• HAZWOPER 40-hour training is desirable.
• Familiarity with a range of civil and environmental engineering practices including design and implementation of site investigations and sampling programs to assess sites impacted by hazardous or solid waste; application of remedial approaches to mitigate contamination of water and land resources; and collection of environmental monitoring data to assess remedial performance. Specialized knowledge in one or more of these areas is desired but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, identifying, and compiling environmental data from samples of soil, water, sediment, and other matrices for projects, investigations, and surveys.
• Perform basic professional civil and environmental engineering work relating to hazardous or solid waste facilities, industrial and agricultural facilities, pollution sources, existing site conditions, and water resources.
• Assist with performing basic engineering work relating to research, investigation, and evaluation of existing site conditions, regulatory records, and site operational history to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Perform routine data evaluation functions using company-provided software programs and provide junior level technical assistance on various design requirements and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field notebooks/logs.
• Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on various environmental issues.
• Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and software.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which pertain to activities including, but not limited to, collection of site characterization data, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training and implement lessons learned on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources and personal conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional related responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

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