Early Career Geological Engineer

WSP; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Saint Louis, MO is seeking an Early Career Geotechnical Engineer to join the Mine Engineering Earth & Environment Team. You will support data collection, site analysis, and design tasks across civil and environmental projects, with opportunity to travel and grow in a growing firm.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, teamwork, and adherence to safety and quality standards, with an internship or entry-level experience desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• 0 to 1 year of post-education experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with design and construction concepts.
• Clear communication for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Detail oriented with ability to work independently or in a team.
• Proficiency with technical writing and standard software/tools.
• Experience with the listed design software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection, analysis from sites, surveys, GIS data, and geotechnical information.
• Maintain QA standards for accurate measurements.
• Support with geotechnical and civil engineering tasks related to sites and projects.
• Provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements and safety considerations.
• Verify site characteristics and assist with environmental and construction issues.
• Create clear documentation using electronic systems and field logs.
• Follow safety guidelines and site procedures; complete training tasks.
• Adhere to company conduct policies and assist with additional duties as needed.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Self-leadership

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geological Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

GeoSlope

RocScience

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time Early Career Geological Engineer for our Saint Louis, MO office. The following locations will also be considered: Tucson, AZ and Lakewood, CO. This role will allow you to be involved in projects with our Mine Engineering Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges. #GlobalMining

Your Impact

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, soil/water/sludge/rock/liner samples, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements.
• Assist with performing basic professional geotechnical and/or civil engineering work relating to proposed and existing site conditions, including subsurface investigations, soil foundation engineering, settlement analysis, soil erosion, lateral earth pressures, geological hazards, underground water, and slope stability for commercial, industrial, building, environmental, infrastructure, solid waste, and transportation projects.
• Perform routine geotechnical 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 environmental, design, and construction issues, and investigating subsurface and geological conditions.
• 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 Geological Engineer, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil 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 and construction.
• 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.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, GeoSlope, RocScience, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS).
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and anti-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.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• 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.

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