Early Career Geotechnical Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an entry-level Geotechnical Engineer for our Wexford, PA office. Join the Earth & Environment Team on projects across oil & gas, transportation, mining, and other sectors.

The role blends office work with hands-on field activities, emphasizing safety, data evaluation, and proactive communication. The ideal candidate has a Civil/Geotechnical background with interest in geohazards and geotechnical design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills and ability to work in teams.
• Familiarity with design/build concepts and construction laws and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Work with project teams on geotechnical and geological engineering projects with field observations, data evaluation and office work.
• Conduct field assignments: site mapping, borehole logging, test pit logging, site reconnaissance, and CQA monitoring.
• Perform engineering analyses, designs and recommendations.
• Prepare geotechnical data and reports with senior technical guidance, including borehole logs, cross-sections, groundwater interpretations, and cost estimates.
• Prepare construction documents: drawings, specs, bid docs.
• Follow safety guidelines and site procedures; travel to remote sites as required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Excellent research skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Self-leadership with attention to detail

Technical writing

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Geotechnical Engineer for our Wexford, PA office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. From this location, our team of geo‑professionals provides services to clients in the oil & gas, transportation, mining, and other industrial sectors. This entry‑level position provides an opportunity to join a fast‑paced team that provides solutions on geological, civil, geotechnical engineering projects. The work entails a variety of office‑related and outdoor "hands‑on" activities, with a need to carefully follow instructions, document activities, solve problems, and provide proactive communication.

We are seeking a geotechnical engineer with interest in geohazard identification, geotechnical investigation, and geotechnical design. The selected candidate must be comfortable with the use of technology in the practice of engineering and geology while working in the field with project teams to support geologic and geotechnical investigations. This position will include opportunities for working on a variety of projects such as linear alignments for pipelines, transportation corridors, and infrastructure siting. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated education, knowledge, or field experience in geohazards and geology of the Appalachian Basin. As part of a global company, the selected candidate may have the opportunity to work on field assignments beyond the Appalachian Basin.

Your Impact

• Work with project teams on geotechnical and geological engineering projects that involve, field observations, data evaluation, and office work
• Conduct field assignments, such as site mapping, drilling supervision, borehole logging, test pit logging, site reconnaissance, and construction quality assurance (CQA) monitoring
• Perform engineering analyses, designs, and recommendations
• Contribute to geotechnical data and recommendation reports, with senior technical advice and review. This includes compiling and assisting with evaluation of field investigation data; performing calculations; modeling and tabulating the results; preparing geologic and geotechnical borehole logs, subsurface cross‑sections, and groundwater interpretations; and writing reports, permit documents, and cost estimates.
• Prepare construction documents including engineering drawings, specifications, and bid documents
• 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. Safely perform work in the office and field; fieldwork may occur out‑of‑town in all seasonal weather conditions, using equipment (with an ability to lift and move approximately 50 pounds without assistance) and operating vehicles on behalf of the company.
• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
• 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 remediation, permitting, improvement and 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 and ability to be comfortable in remote settings with a willingness to perform a variety of tasks as needed to complete an assignment may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, with focus on Civil or Geotechnical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• AutoCAD and GIS experience.
• Experience with collecting field data and samples, and using field‑based data collection applications.
• 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.

www.wsp.com

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?

ABOUT US

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.