Description
WSP is seeking an Entry Level Assistant Transmission Line Civil Engineer for their Maitland, Florida office.
The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions. The power grid is the backbone of the modern economy, and it is the most critical infrastructure that fuels our modern society. In the field of Transmission Line Design, engineers take responsibility for the long-term health of high voltage transmission lines by accounting for appropriate structure load development, hardware selection, and necessary operating clearances under a range of weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765kV.
- Support the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has been established.
- Maintain a project budget and schedule.
- Facilitate and adhere to WSP's QA/QC procedures.
- Develop transmission line design expertise pertaining to PLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications, construction methods, construction estimates, and construction support.
- Travel to field, as needed.
- 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 training on assigned tasks.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline.
- 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.
- Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
- Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
- Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.
- Familiarity with relevant civil construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities.
- Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements.
- Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Engineer in Training Certification.
- Familiarity with discipline-specific design software.
- Prior internship related to the degree of study.
- Active participation in local professional practice organizations.
- Relevant coursework.
- Previous engineering design or drafting work experience.
- F.E. Exam completion, Engineer Intern (EI) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification