WSP · 1 month ago
Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineer
11 Stanwix Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$68K/yr - $112K/yr
1+ years expWSP USA is currently seeking a Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineer to support their Water business in Pittsburgh, PA. The role involves assisting with the analysis, development, and design of processes and infrastructure related to stormwater, flood protection, and wastewater projects.
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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
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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Company
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
Founded in 2011New York, New York, USA
10001+ employees
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$40.25MKey Investors
OneWest Bank
2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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