Early Career Civil Engineering (Overhead Transmission Lines)

WSP in the U.S.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking an Early Career Civil Engineer in Birmingham, AL. This role involves collecting and analyzing data, performing inspections, and providing technical assistance on engineering projects. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and have strong research and communication skills.

The position offers the chance to engage with a growing organization focused on innovative power delivery projects. Relocation is not available for this role.

Qualifications

• 0 to 1 year(s) of relevant post‑education experience.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project specific requirements.
• Strong command of the English language.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting and analyzing data from work sites.
• Perform civil engineering work and inspections.
• Provide technical assistance on design and construction issues.

Skills

Excellent research skills

Competent interpersonal and communication skills

Proficient self-leadership

Basic proficiency with technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office software suite

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Job description

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Civil Engineer (Overhead Transmission Lines) for our Birmingham, AL office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Birmingham Line Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

This Opportunity

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.
• 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 from an accredited university.
• 0 to 1 year(s) 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.
• 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.

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 participating in local professional practice organizations.
• Minimum 2.75 GPA.
• Ideal coursework includes structural analysis, concrete design, steel design, soil mechanics, foundation design, and surveying.
• Previous engineering design or drafting work experience, especially if related to civil and/or structural engineering, is desirable.

Disclaimer

• Relocation is not available for this role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.