Early Career Civil/Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Early Career Civil/Geotechnical Engineer | WSP

The Tone:
This is a Full-Time Early Career position at WSP, available in Reno, NV, Elko, NV, or Costa Mesa, CA. WSP USA is a global leader in engineering and professional services, designing lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets across the U.S. This role is crucial for developing and implementing civil and geotechnical engineering solutions, primarily for challenging mining projects, contributing directly to client success and community development. You will be part of a growing organization dedicated to a flexible and agile work environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Reno, NV, Elko, NV, Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid)
• Pay: $58200–$87300 yearly
• Team: US Mine Waste Team
• Mission: To provide essential civil and geotechnical engineering support for mining and heavy civil projects, encompassing design, analysis, and documentation.
• Tech Stack: office automation software, spreadsheets

What You’ll Actually Do
• Engineering Design: Perform site and material characterization, design facilities, including grading, storage capacity, and conduct construction quantity evaluations.
• Geotechnical Analysis: Conduct various analyses such as slope stability, seepage, consolidation, liner system, and settlement, including surface water management designs.
• Project Documentation: Prepare sections of technical reports documenting investigations and designs, and assist in creating comprehensive project design packages.
• Field Assignments: Perform domestic and international field assignments, including geotechnical investigations and construction monitoring.
• Compliance and Ethics: Adhere to safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and conduct.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related discipline, for an early career level role.
• Experience: 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience, with successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or the ability to complete it within 6 months.
• Skills: Excellent research and analytical skills; competent interpersonal and communication skills for diverse audiences; proficient self-leadership, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities; ability to work independently and collaboratively; basic proficiency with technical writing and office software.
• Bonus: Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification; Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical engineering; prior internship experience related to the engineering discipline; membership or active participation in professional practice organizations.