Early Career Civil/Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description: Early Career Civil/Geotechnical Engineer

WSP is seeking a full-time Early Career Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join our US Mine Waste Team. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging mining, heavy civil, and geotechnical projects within a growing organization.

Opportunity Locations:

• Reno, NV
• Elko, NV
• Costa Mesa, CA

Your Impact and Responsibilities:

As an Early Career Civil/Geotechnical Engineer, you will contribute to various projects for the mining industry, with potential involvement in other sectors. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Engineering Tasks:
  • Site and material characterization.
  • Facility design, including grading, storage capacity, and construction quantity evaluations.
  • Performing analyses such as slope stability, seepage, consolidation, liner system, and settlement analyses.
  • Designing and analyzing surface water management facilities.
• Technical Documentation:
  • Preparing portions of technical reports that detail field and laboratory investigations, engineering analyses, and facility designs.
  • Assisting with the development of project design packages, including technical drawings, specifications, engineering calculations, schedules, and cost estimates.
  • Generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs.
• Field Assignments:
  • Performing domestic and international field assignments, which may include geotechnical investigations and construction monitoring.
• Safety and Ethics:
  • Complying with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including data collection and surveys.
  • Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Training and Other Duties:
  • Completing training on assigned tasks.
  • Performing additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are:

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience: 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Certifications: Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or the ability to complete it within 6 months of the start date.
• Skills:
  • Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills for effective and professional interaction with both engineering and non-engineering audiences.
  • Proficient self-leadership, attention to detail, multi-tasking abilities, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Workplace Standards:
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements, which may extend beyond the typical workweek.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification.
• Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical engineering, or a relevant field of study.
• Prior internship experience related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
• Membership and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to ensure health and financial stability throughout an employee’s career. These include:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid sick leave and paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (California Only): $58,200 – $87,300

WSP USA determines compensation based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and compensation.

About WSP:

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global leader in engineering and professional services. With over 15,000 employees in 300+ offices across the U.S., WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets, partnering with clients to help communities prosper.

WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. We are committed to providing employees with challenges to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions are essential to meeting client objectives and goals. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status). The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services without a signed Service Agreement for a specific position. Unsolicited resumes become the property of WSP, and WSP reserves the right to hire such candidates without fee or compensation to the submitting agency.