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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$68K/yr - $112K/yr

1+ years exp

WSP USA is a leading engineering and professional services firm seeking a Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA. The role involves supporting technical staff and project managers on various water-related projects, including stormwater management and flood protection.

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Responsibilities

Perform basic professional water resources engineering work relating to water quality/management, stormwater facilities, pump stations, culverts, hydrology, open channel hydraulics, bridge hydraulics, floodplain modeling/mapping, H&H modeling, river/stream/habitat restoration and fish passage, combined sewer overflow tunnels and erosion and sediment control

Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and software

Assist technical staff and project managers with developing H&H models and performing alternatives evaluations for drainage, flood protection and stream restoration projects

Assist technical staff and project managers with preparing detailed design plans and specifications for a variety of water resources engineering projects

Develop quantity takeoffs and construction cost estimates for a variety of water resources engineering projects

Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work

Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field work

Complete training on assigned tasks

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

Qualification

Civil EngineeringWater Resources EngineeringH&H ModelingTechnical WritingAnalytical SkillsSelf-leadershipSoftware ProficiencyEngineer in Training CertificationInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline

1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience in H&H related modeling and design

Knowledge of water resource engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to environmental permitting and project work-related issues

Familiarity with the concepts of professional water resources engineering work relating to water quality, management, and treatment for various end uses – recreationally, commercially, and/or industrially

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

Capable 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, spreadsheets, and tools

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

Engineer in Training Certification

Masters degree in Water Resources or related field

Prior design experience

A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations

Benefits

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Retirement savings

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