Early Career Mechanical Engineer

WSP Global Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Dallas, TX is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer to join the Property and Buildings Team.

You will assist with design, development, testing, and inspection of mechanical systems on infrastructure projects. In this entry-level role, you will collect and analyze site data, perform basic calculations, and help prepare engineering documentation while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical 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.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and construction laws, codes, regulations, and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills.
• Self-leadership with attention to detail and multitasking.
• Ability to work independently or in a team to meet objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office tools, spreadsheets, and software.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or CAM design software.
• Commitment to workplace safety and policy compliance.
• Ability to adapt to project schedules that may extend beyond standard hours.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from sites, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Assist with performing basic professional mechanical engineering work relating to research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems 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, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications.
• 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 and specifications 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.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal communication

Self-leadership

Independent work

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CAM

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-TimeEarly Career Mechanical Engineerfor ourDallas, TX office. Be involved in projects with our Property and Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the design, development, building, testing, and inspecting of mechanical systems on infrastructure, building, and construction projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include basic assistance with the research, design, concept development, installation, operation, maintenance, and optimal integration of automatic temperature control, air distribution, hydronic, and plumbing systems, equipment and processes. Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.


• Assist with performing basic professional mechanical engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems 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, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications.


• 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 and specifications 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 Mechanical 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 mechanical system 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.


• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, CAM).


• 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.


• 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.