Early Career Civil Engineer

WSP; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Entry Career Civil Engineer to work in the Power Delivery Overhead Transmission Line Department in Saint Louis, MO starting in June 2027. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions.

This role offers a hybrid work environment (remote, office-based, or a combination) and opportunities to grow through coaching, training, and hands-on project experience.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BSCE or related degree.
• Strong English communication skills, written and spoken.
• Experience using Microsoft Office software.
• Must be able to work in the US without work sponsorship.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Uphold safety policies and company safety expectations.
• Schedules may extend beyond a typical workweek; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fundamental civil engineering tasks, research, and site condition inspections to ensure compliance with rules and permits.
• Provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements and operating strategies for safety and functionality.
• Assist in verifying site characteristics and addressing engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Create complete, accurate documentation using electronic systems and field logs.
• Follow safety guidelines and site procedures including data collection, studies and surveys.

Skills

English proficiency

MS Office

Technical writing

Safety awareness

Time management

Education

BSCE ABET

Job description

WSP is currently seeking an Entry Career Civil Engineer to work in the Power Delivery Overhead Transmission Line Department in Saint Louis, MO starting in June 2027. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions.

Candidates must be willing and able to work effectively and efficiently in a hybrid work environment (i.e., remote, office-based, or a combination of the two).

This Opportunity

You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching, and training it takes to advance your career.

WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.

Your Impact

• 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

• BSCE (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering) or related degree from an ABET-accredited university
• The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
• Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite
• Must be able to work in the US without the need for work sponsorship
• 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.
• Minimum of a 2.75 GPA
• Ideal coursework includes structural analysis, concrete, steel, soils, foundations, and surveying.
• Previous engineering design or drafting work experience, especially if related to civil and/or structural engineering, is desirable.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Disclaimer:

• Relocation is not available for this role.