WSP Global - Atlanta, GA

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Atlanta, GA
10,001+ employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As an Early Career Civil Engineer at WSP USA, you will play a crucial role in providing local technical assistance for the design, development, and construction of infrastructure projects and systems in both the public and private sectors. Your responsibilities will encompass a variety of tasks, including assisting with research, design, concept development, and construction of essential infrastructure such as roads, buildings, tunnels, dams, bridges, water supply systems, and sewage treatment facilities. You will be expected to generate accurate and concise documentation regarding your assigned aspects of the project, ensuring that all responsibilities are delivered with a level of quality that meets or exceeds industry standards for design, safety, and functionality. Under general supervision, you will assist in collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from various sources, including physical work sites, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, and geotechnical data. This data will be vital for project development, design, and construction. You will also perform basic professional civil engineering work, which includes conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions to ensure compliance with applicable rules, standards, and permits. Your role will involve routine engineering functions and providing entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements and operating strategies, focusing on the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure. You will verify site characteristics and provide basic technical assistance on engineering, design, and construction issues. Additionally, you will be responsible for generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebooks/logs. Compliance with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures is paramount, and you will be expected to complete training on assigned tasks while exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and conduct. This position will also require you to perform additional responsibilities as needed to meet business demands, contributing to the overall success of WSP USA's projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from various sources for project development, design, and construction.
  • Perform basic professional civil engineering work, including research and inspections of site conditions.
  • Conduct routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements.
  • Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on engineering and construction issues.
  • Generate complete and accurate documentation using electronic systems and field notebooks.
  • Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
  • Complete training on assigned tasks and responsibilities.
  • Exercise responsible decision-making regarding company resources and conduct.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or closely related discipline.
  • 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
  • Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset.
  • Familiarity with design/build processes and concepts.
  • Knowledge of civil construction laws, codes, regulations, and compliance practices.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with diverse audiences.
  • Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail and ability to prioritize responsibilities.
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing and office automation tools.

Nice-to-haves

  • Engineer in Training Certification.
  • Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D).
  • Prior internship related to the degree of study and specific engineering discipline.
  • Membership in local professional practice organizations.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
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