Early Career Civil Engineer (Transmission Line)

WSP in the U.S.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP seeks an Early Career Civil Engineer to join the Tulsa office and contribute to transmission line design for high voltage projects. You will assist in data collection, modeling, and documentation, leveraging PLS-CADD and related tools under supervision to ensure safety, quality, and compliance.

Ideal candidates have a civil engineering degree, 0–1 year experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with design/build processes and civil construction laws, codes and compliance requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Detail-oriented, self-led, capable of multitasking in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently or in a team to meet objectives.
• Proficiency with technical writing and standard office software.
• Commitment to workplace safety and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing site data for project development and construction.
• Perform transmission line design tasks for projects up to 765kV.
• Support initial project execution layout and planning.
• Maintain project budgets and schedules.
• Follow QA/QC procedures.
• Develop transmission line design expertise (PLS-CADD, structure loading, drawings, procurement, construction specs).
• Travel to field as needed.
• Conduct basic engineering investigations of site conditions and compliance.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Research skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Independent work

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

PLS-CADD

LPILE

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

InRoads

Geopak

GeoSlope

ANSYS

STADD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Civil Engineer for our Tulsa, OK office.

Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Tulsa Line Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

This Opportunity

The successful candidate will provide support and assistance with tasks which may include research, design, and concept development of all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions. Generate accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensure that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

In the field of Transmission Line Design, our engineers take responsibility for the long-term health of high voltage transmission lines by accounting for appropriate structure load development, hardware selection, and necessary operating clearances under a range of weather conditions. Our teams utilize PLS CADD Modeling software and aerial imagery to create a full representation of line routes while interacting directly with key stakeholders at utilities and their construction partners.

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

• 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.
• Execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765kV.
• Support the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has been established.
• Maintaining a project budget and schedule.
• Facilitate and adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedures.
• Develop transmission line design expertise pertaining to PLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications, construction methods, construction estimates, and construction support.
• Travel to field, as needed.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural 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., PLS-Cadd, LPILE, 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.

Disclaimer

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs.

• Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) 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.