Description
WSP is seeking a Full-Time Early Career Mechanical Engineer for our Arlington, VA office starting in Summer 2027.
As an Early Career Mechanical Engineer, you will be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team, providing local technical assistance for the design, development, building, testing, and inspecting of mechanical systems on infrastructure, building, and construction projects in the public and private sector.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with collecting, compiling, and analysing data from physical work sites, surveys, blueprints, and technical drawings.
- Perform basic professional mechanical engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems.
- Provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies.
- Assist with verifying site characteristics and providing basic technical assistance on engineering, design, and construction issues.
- Generate accurate and concise documentation and specifications using electronic systems, drawings, and field notebooks.
- Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
- Complete training on assigned tasks and exercise responsible decision-making.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
- 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
- Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
- Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.
- Familiarity with relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, and compliance practices.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritisation of responsibilities.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., Revit, AutoCAD, CAM).
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalisation proceedings
Compensation:
- Expected salary: $72,000 - $95,000