Early Career Civil Engineer

About the Role

WSP USA is seeking a full-time, Early Career Civil Engineer for their Southeast Transportation Engineering Team. This role will be based in the Tampa, FL or Orlando, FL offices. The position involves providing local technical assistance for the design, development, and construction of public and private sector infrastructure projects. Tasks include basic assistance with research, design, concept development, and construction of transportation civil infrastructure, as well as generating accurate and concise documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist and support design teams in project delivery across various project types including highway construction and re-construction, complex interchanges, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, innovative intersections, and design-build.
• Provide technical input during preliminary design, final design, and contract documentation, including cost estimates and specifications.
• Perform basic design tasks, engineering calculations, and drawings using computer-aided design (CADD).
• Perform standard computations and analysis.
• Discuss and propose solutions to technical issues.
• Collect data and gather information or documents.
• Attend design meetings and coordinate with team members.
• Develop memorandums and other written technical documents.
• Maintain positive team relationships.
• Assist and coordinate with key staff across disciplines (e.g., drainage, structures).
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, software, spreadsheets, and technology.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements, potentially extending beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, OpenRoads, Geopak).
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and/or transportation engineering.
• Membership in and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.