Early Career Process Water/Plumbing Engineer

About the Role

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Early Career Process Water / Plumbing Engineer for its Atlanta, GA, office. This role involves project work with the Property & Buildings Team, contributing to client objectives and problem-solving within a growing organization. You will provide local technical assistance for the design, development, testing, and inspecting of high purity water, process water, and general plumbing systems for infrastructure, building, and construction projects in both the public and private sectors. Tasks include assisting with research, design, concept development, installation, operation, maintenance, and integration of plumbing systems, fire suppression and protection, and fluid flow equipment, systems, and processes. You will generate accurate and concise project documentation and ensure quality 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 proper equipment and system installation and functioning according to specifications.
• 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/work site notebooks/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including data collection, statistical documentation, engineering studies, surveys, and construction practices.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

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 laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills for effective and professional interaction 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, technology, and tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit).
• 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.
• Ability to work in the United States immediately.

Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification (Preferred)
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline (Preferred)
• Member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations (Preferred)

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $68,200 - $102,400