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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Early Career Ports and Marine Engineer

1001 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98154, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$58K/yr - $96K/yr

0+ years exp

WSP USA is seeking an Early Career Ports and Marine Engineer based out of their Seattle, WA office. The role involves providing engineering support for the development, design, construction, and inspection of structures and facilities for port, marine, and intermodal rail terminal projects.

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Responsibilities

With minimal supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, survey data, technical reports and drawings, and or other data matrices for project development, design, and construction

Assist with the development of project design requirements, while incorporating marine-practice engineering standards and specifications

Assist with identification of project site, design and construction related risks and providing input on mitigation activities

Write technical reports, generating complete and concise documentation of findings, using sketches, calculations, excel spreadsheets, technical drawings, and other engineering software

Prepare presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to internal and external team members as well as clients

Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work. This includes working collaboratively with other engineers and larger multi-disciplinary teams, on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects

Participate in site visits and inspections to gain practical insights into maritime construction processes

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

Complete all assigned trainings

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Civil EngineeringAutoCADSAP2000EIT CertificationTechnical WritingREVITMathCADAnalytical MindsetInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from ABET accredited program

0 to 1 years of experience

Prior engineering internship experiences

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, 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, engineering software and tools, and engineering fundamentals including statics and logical problem-solving. Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions

Experience with AutoCAD and SAP2000 and similar tools

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and the 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

1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience, with exposure to ports and marine structures (including rehabilitation and new design)

EIT Certification

Experience with REVIT and MathCAD and other similar software

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

Familiarity with marine and coastal engineering principles, practices and regulations and design/build processes

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Benefits

Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation (or other personal time)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

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