Early Career Civil/Structural Transmission Line Engineer

About the Role

WSP is seeking an Early Career Civil/Structural Transmission Line Engineer in Overland Park, KS for a temporary position. This role involves supporting the Power Delivery Transmission Lines Team on challenging projects aimed at meeting client objectives and solving complex problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering tasks to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn fundamental principles of Transmission Line Engineering.
• Participate in all aspects of transmission line design for new installations, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic enhancements.
• Utilize PLS CADD Modeling software and aerial imagery for transmission line route mapping.
• Collaborate with utility stakeholders and construction partners.
• Gain expertise in model design, construction material procurement, and professional drawing creation for construction.
• Complete assigned training.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company resources and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed.
• No relocation or housing assistance is provided for this temporary position.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university (Civil Engineering Preferred).
• 0-1 years of experience.
• Demonstrated interest in transmission lines or related fields.
• Strong desire to advance skills relevant to WSP’s projects.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Ability to take direction from leadership, mentors, and managers.
• Basic proficiency in technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a Civil Engineering, or related, Masters or PhD program.
• Coursework including structural analysis, concrete design, steel design, soil mechanics, foundation design, and surveying.
• Previous engineering design or drafting work experience, particularly in civil and/or structural engineering.
• Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.
• Occasional travel may be required.