Early Careers Water Resources Engineer

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Careers Water Resources Engineer for our Providence, RI office with remote working capability.  Be involved in projects with our Water/Civil Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. 

WSP employees actively champion Inclusion & Diversity programs and initiatives throughout the country at the national, regional, and local levels. Here in the Northeast region, we act on the company’s inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging principles through a variety of committees that partner with professional organizations, lead STEM outreach in our communities, facilitate regular learning opportunities through Lunch & Learn discussions and weekly “Inclusion & Diversity Moments,” and promote Inclusion & Diversity throughout the office through a variety of initiatives designed to reduce bias and raise awareness. Upper management supports these initiatives and all employees are invited to join their local councils or apply to become an “Inclusion & Diversity Ambassador,” which brainstorm and implement the various initiatives and programs.  
 

Your Impact

• Assist senior engineers in the development of a wide variety of multi-discipline projects including water/wastewater treatment, public/private utility infrastructure, stormwater management and pump station projects.
• Perform civil, water, wastewater and stormwater design analyses including performing hydraulic calculations/modeling and determining basic design requirements for infrastructure design/upgrades, new development, marine/coastal, climate/resiliency and treatment projects.
• Prepare permitting application and supporting documents.
• Prepare complete, accurate, and concise technical reports and documentation summarizing analysis and project requirements, including how design approach addresses project requirements, using electronic systems and software.
• Utilize CADD to prepare contract drawings through a basic understanding of Civil 3D design.
• Utilize CADD and GIS tools in support of H&H analyses through a basic understanding of hydraulic modeling. 
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. 

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental, Water Resources or closely related field.
• Engineer in Training Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Experience and working knowledge of the following:
  • CADD production and civil design software (AutoCAD and Civil 3D);
  • Knowledge of GIS software and applications (e.g., Arc GIS, etc.) 
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new modeling software and techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and comply with company policies.
• Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology,  spreadsheets, and tools.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Ability to travel to local project sites to support business needs.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Civil 3D pipe network and/or pressure network is a plus.
• Master's Degree and/or relevant post-education experience in an engineering office with a focus on water/wastewater treatment; collection, distribution and conveyance systems infrastructure; resiliency and stormwater management.
• Affiliations with professional societies and active industry and community involvement are highly desirable.

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