Associate Civil Engineer/Designer

WSP•Tempe, AZ

10d

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is in search of an Associate Civil Engineer/Designer for our Tempe or Tucson, Arizona offices. The successful candidate will provide support to technical staff, engineers, and project managers in the design and construction/post-design phases of infrastructure projects in the public sector. Join our team to build your expertise with the opportunity to work alongside transportation experts that are leading the way on innovative projects that support local communities. Work locally, think globally. Tasks may include basic assistance with the research, data collection, design, and concept development for the construction of roadways and highways. Task may require CADD production for generating project design plans and technical reports. Your Impact Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, as-builts, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction. Assist with CADD interface and project setup and perform CADD updates as the design progresses. Perform basic professional civil engineering design and calculations to support project requirements. Advanced corridor modeling techniques and problem-solving skills during the development of the project. Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software. Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects. Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work. Complete training on assigned tasks. Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline.
1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience.
Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, processes, and their application to permitting and project work-related issues.
Familiarity with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design.
Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, and spreadsheets.
Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation ORD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak or concepstation)
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 a schedule conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Nice To Haves

Preferred person has Engineer in Training Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
Essential Professional Licensure/Certification (or be 1-2 years from qualifying).
Prior design experience developing project design plans, generating quantities, and preparing cost estimates and specifications to meet appropriate regulations and client standards.
A member of and/or actively participates in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, as-builts, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
Assist with CADD interface and project setup and perform CADD updates as the design progresses.
Perform basic professional civil engineering design and calculations to support project requirements.
Advanced corridor modeling techniques and problem-solving skills during the development of the project.
Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software.
Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects.
Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects.
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.