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WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Early Career Civil Engineer (Transmission Line Design)
Assist in design, analysis, and documentation of transmission line projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The position involves supporting due‑diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development and construction activities. Work may include research and concept development for transmission and distribution substations, power regulation, renewable energy, and protection and control systems in various contexts. Under general supervision the engineer will collect and analyse data from sites, surveys, GIS, subsurface utilities and geotechnical sources, conduct inspections, and generate accurate documentation using electronic systems and field logs. Safety guidelines, company policies and ethical standards must be followed, and additional tasks may be assigned as business needs arise. • Assist in data collection, analysis, and documentation for transmission line projects. • Perform research, site inspections, and feasibility studies for utilities and infrastructure. • Support design tasks for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber‑optic additions. • Generate accurate drawings, reports, and field logs using electronic systems. • Follow safety guidelines, company policies, and ethical standards. • Complete assigned training and additional tasks as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸data collection
- ▸data analysis
- ▸design support
- ▸drawing generation
- ▸gis integration
- ▸site inspections
What You Bring
WSP is seeking a full‑time early‑career Civil Engineer specializing in transmission line design for its Fort Worth, Texas office. The role joins the Power Delivery Fort Worth Overhead Transmission Line Team, providing technical assistance on utility, industrial and commercial projects across public and private sectors. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) with 0‑1 year of post‑graduation experience, possess strong research and analytical skills, and be able to communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical audiences. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, basic technical writing, and knowledge of civil construction codes and record‑keeping are required; an Engineer‑in‑Training certification and familiarity with design software are preferred. • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline. • 0–1 year relevant post‑graduation experience. • Strong research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic technical writing. • Knowledge of civil construction codes, regulations, and record‑keeping. • Effective communication with engineering and non‑engineering stakeholders. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Preferred: Engineer‑in‑Training certification and experience with design software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, etc.).
Requirements
- ▸civil engineering
- ▸eit
- ▸autocad
- ▸civil 3d
- ▸microsoft office
- ▸analytical
Benefits
WSP USA, part of the global WSP firm, offers a flexible workplace, comprehensive benefits and a collaborative environment focused on the energy transition. The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States. Relocation assistance is not provided.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time