Early Career Civil Engineer

About the Role

WSP is initiating a search for a Full-Time Early Career Civil Engineer (Transmission) for their Freeport, Maine office. This role involves contributing to projects with the Overhead Transmission Line Design Team and supporting a growing organization in meeting client objectives and solving challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform civil engineering work related to the design of overhead transmission lines of varying voltages.
• Attend project site visits to gather existing information and create models for various project stages, from routing studies to final designs.
• Perform load calculations to support structure, wire, and foundation design.
• Develop material lists and construction drawings.
• Support projects through the construction phase.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies, surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

About the Work

• Take part in the technical design of overhead transmission lines, including structure design, foundation design, wire selection, line routing, hardware/material specifications, and construction support.
• Tasks may include line modeling (structures and wires), structural design and analysis of varying materials, wire sag and tension analysis, concrete foundation design, material procurement support, and construction drawing development.
• Accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned project aspects is required.
• Work is expected to adhere to quality standards that meet or exceed acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset.
• Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.
• Familiarity with relevant construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with others and expressing ideas professionally to 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 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, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Ability to travel occasionally, as necessary depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., PLS-CADD, MFAD).
• Membership and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $68,100 - $83,300

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading global engineering and professional services firm. Dedicated to serving local communities, WSP USA employs 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 over 15,000 employees across 300+ U.S. offices, WSP USA partners with clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs, along with a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability. These benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings.