Civil Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• 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 professionally and effectively 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 health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Strong command of English, with good written and oral communication skills for working with internal team members and external client personnel.
• Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

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 or active participation in local professional practice organizations.
• Minimum 2.75 Grade Point Average (GPA).
• Coursework in structural analysis, concrete design, steel design, soil mechanics, foundation design, and surveying.
• Previous engineering design or drafting work experience, especially related to civil or structural engineering.

Responsibilities

• Collect, compile, and analyze information from work sites, 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 evaluate conformance with applicable rules, standards, and 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.
• Verify site characteristics and provide basic technical assistance on engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Create complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field or work-site notebooks and logs.
• Follow safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including those related to location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings benefits.