Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Early Career Civil Engineer
Assist with design, research, and documentation for civil infrastructure projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The position provides local technical assistance in the design, development, and construction of various infrastructure systems, ensuring documentation meets industry standards for safety and functionality. • Collect, compile, and analyze site data, surveys, GIS, and geotechnical information for project development. • Conduct research and inspections of existing and proposed conditions to ensure compliance with codes and permits. • Perform routine civil engineering tasks, providing entry‑level technical assistance on design and safety considerations. • Verify site characteristics and support engineering, design, and construction issue resolution. • Produce accurate documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field logs. • Follow safety guidelines, site‑specific procedures, and WSP’s Code of Conduct. • Complete assigned training and adhere to ethical decision‑making regarding company resources.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸data analysis
- ▸gis
- ▸design assistance
- ▸documentation
- ▸safety compliance
- ▸construction support
What You Bring
WSP is seeking an early‑career civil engineer for its Knoxville, TN office. The role joins the Earth & Environment Team and supports client objectives across public and private infrastructure projects. WSP is an equal‑opportunity employer and requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States. • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a closely related discipline. • 0–1 years of relevant post‑education experience. • Strong research and analytical skills. • Familiarity with design/build processes and civil construction laws, codes, and regulations. • Effective interpersonal and communication abilities for technical and non‑technical audiences. • Self‑leadership with attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment. • Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively within a team. • Basic proficiency in technical writing, office software, spreadsheets, and engineering tools. • Proven commitment to workplace safety and compliance with WSP health, safety, and harassment policies. • Flexibility to work project‑specific schedules and occasional travel. • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification. • Experience with civil design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC‑RAS, or HEC‑HMS. • Prior internship related to civil engineering. • Membership or active participation in local professional organizations.
Requirements
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸eit
- ▸autocad
- ▸civil 3d
- ▸arcgis
- ▸research
Benefits
WSP USA is a global engineering and professional services firm with over 15,000 employees in more than 300 U.S. offices, delivering solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment, and offering a flexible workplace and comprehensive benefits. • Flexible and agile workplace model. • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings benefits. • Opportunities for career growth and challenging projects.
Work Environment
Onsite