Early Career Geological Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Early Career Geological Engineer for our Saint Louis, MO office with consideration for Tucson, AZ and Lakewood, CO. You will assist in geotechnical investigations, data compilation, and design support across commercial, industrial, and transportation projects.

Ideal candidates hold a geology-related degree, 0–1 year of post-education experience, and good communication skills. You will work under supervision, travel as needed locally, and contribute to safety-focused project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geological Engineering, 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 design concepts for construction.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail and multi-tasking.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and in teams.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing and common software/tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, GeoSlope, RocScience, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS).
• Commitment to workplace safety and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing site data and geotechnical information for project development, design, and construction.
• Maintain quality control standards for accurate measurements.
• Assist with geotechnical and civil engineering work related to site conditions, investigations, settlement analysis, soil erosion, and slope stability.
• Provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements and safety-focused operating strategies.
• Generate documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field notebooks/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and project procedures.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Geological Eng

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-leadership

Technical writing

Familiarity with geotechnical design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or closely related discipline

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

GeoSlope

RocScience

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

Job Description

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.

About WSP

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.

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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.