Early Career Plumbing Engineer

About the Role

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Early Career Plumbing Engineer for their Dallas, TX office. This role involves contributing to projects within the Property & Buildings Team, supporting clients' objectives and challenges. The position focuses on providing local technical assistance for the design, development, building, testing, and inspecting of plumbing systems for infrastructure, building, and construction projects in both public and private sectors. Tasks include basic assistance with research, design, concept development, installation, operation, maintenance, and optimal integration of plumbing systems, fire suppression and protection, and fluid flow equipment, systems, and processes. The role requires generating accurate and concise project documentation and ensuring work meets or exceeds industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from work sites, surveys, blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Assist with performing basic professional plumbing engineering work, including research and inspections of site conditions, equipment, resources, buildings, infrastructure, and usage.
• Assist with installing plumbing, fire protection and suppression, and fluid flow systems to conform with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies for equipment and systems.
• Assist with verifying site characteristics and providing basic technical assistance on engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications using electronic systems, drawings, and field logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s Degree in Plumbing or Mechanical 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 plumbing and mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• 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, office automation software, spreadsheets, and technology tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, Revit).
• 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.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and engineering discipline.
• Membership and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Compensation

• Expected Salary: $68,200 - $93,800