Early Career Mechanical Engineer

WSP; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Tulsa, OK is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer to support transmission line design tasks, site data collection, and documentation. You will assist with research, design and concept development for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions, while ensuring quality and safety standards.

You'll gain experience with PLS-CADD modeling, field work, and collaboration with utilities and partners. Travel may be required, and relocation is not provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in civil, mechanical or architectural engineering or closely related field.
• 0 to 1 year of post-education experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with design/build processes and civil construction standards.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, compile, and analyze data from sites, surveys, GIS data, and records.
• Engage in transmission project design up to 765kV.
• Develop initial project layouts and schedules.
• Maintain project budgets and timelines.
• Adhere to QA/QC procedures.
• Develop expertise in PLS-CADD, structure loading and drawings.
• Perform basic civil engineering tasks and field research.
• Prepare concise project documentation.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-leadership

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or closely related discipline

Tools

PLS-CADD

LPILE

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

InRoads

Geopak

GeoSlope

ANSYS

STADD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Mechanical Engineer for our Tulsa, OK office.

Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Tulsa Line Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

This Opportunity

The successful candidate will provide support and assistance with tasks which may include research, design, and concept development of all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions. Generate accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensure that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

In the field of Transmission Line Design, our engineers take responsibility for the long-term health of high voltage transmission lines by accounting for appropriate structure load development, hardware selection, and necessary operating clearances under a range of weather conditions. Our teams utilize PLS CADD Modeling software and aerial imagery to create a full representation of line routes while interacting directly with key stakeholders at utilities and their construction partners.

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.
• Execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765kV.
• Support theinitialproject execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has beenestablished.
• Maintaining a projectbudget andschedule.
• Facilitate and adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedures.
• Developtransmission line designexpertisepertaining toPLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications, construction methods, construction estimates, and construction support.
• Travel tofield, as needed.
• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural 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 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., PLS-Cadd, LPILE, 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 participate in local professional practice organizations.

Disclaimer:

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role.