Intermediate Civil Engineer - Roadway Design

Overview

Intermediate Civil Engineer - Roadway Design. Join to apply for the Intermediate Civil Engineer - Roadway Design role at WSP in the U.S.

This position will sit out of our Atlanta, GA office. The WSP Atlanta office serves clients from around the state on a wide variety of projects including turn lanes and widening, roundabouts, intersection improvements, and bridge replacements to urban interchanges and large design-build projects. The selected candidate will work on GDOT projects on a regular basis, so experience with GDOT projects is beneficial.

This opportunity is to continue to enhance design and production skills and build relationships within WSP as well as with a large number of clients around the state.

• Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other data for project development, design, and construction.
• Perform professional civil engineering work and assist with research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, and infrastructure to determine conformance with applicable rules and permits.
• Participate in incorporating advanced modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, and operating strategies to ensure safety and functionality for end-users and transportation systems.
• Work individually or as part of a cross-functional team to execute project work, lay out installations, establish reference points/elevations/grades, calculate costs and quantities, and ensure conformance with specifications and permits.
• Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Research databases regarding historical property land uses.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for interpretation of data and findings.
• Maintain quality control standards for accurate measurements, analysis, and reporting.
• Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations to address design and construction issues.
• Conduct engineering studies and surveys to inform design and future needs.
• Assist in data analysis and interpretation from field investigations and support action planning for risk mitigation.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
• Collaborate with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded projects.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies and exercise ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering and prior civil design experience.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Experience with design teams on GDOT and municipal projects (highway, roadway geometric design, roadway plan production, and drainage design).
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and permitting-related issues.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design.
• Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
• Knowledge of reducing and eliminating the use or generation of hazardous substances/greenhouse gas.
• Knowledge of civil construction laws, codes, regulations, and record-keeping requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks, follow instructions, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Moderate proficiency with technical writing, software, mathematics, and analytical tools.
• Experience with discipline-specific design software (e.g., Micro…