Early Career Civil Engineer

WSP USA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an entry-level civil engineer to assist in the design, development, and construction of infrastructure projects. You will collect data, perform basic analyses, and generate clear documentation to support project teams.

Under supervision, you will work on site with safety and quality standards, gain familiarity with design software, and contribute to project records and reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 0–1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with design/build concepts.
• Knowledge of civil construction laws, codes, and regulations.
• Clear communication with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Ability to work independently under supervision or in a team.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office tools, and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection and analysis from site surveys, blueprints, GIS data and maps.
• Support basic civil engineering work and site condition inspections.
• Provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements and operating strategies.
• Verify site characteristics and assist with engineering issues.
• Generate accurate documentation using electronic systems and field notes.
• Follow safety guidelines and project procedures.
• Complete training on assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Contribute to project records and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Excellent research skills

Interpersonal & communication skills

Self-leadership

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

InRoads

Geopak

HEC-RAS

Job description

This Opportunity

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the design, development, and construction of infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector. Tasks may include basic assistance with the research, design, concept development, and construction of roads, buildings, tunnels, dams, bridges, water supply systems, and sewage treatment. Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.

• Assist with performing basic professional civil engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, building, infrastructure, and transportation channels to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.

• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.

• Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues.

• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs.

• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.

• Complete training on assigned tasks.

• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline.

• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.

• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.

• Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.

• Familiarity with relevant civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.

• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.

• Basic 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.

• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer in Training Certification.

• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS).

• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.

• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.