Environmental Engineering (Professional Engineer)

About the role

WSP is seeking an Environmental Engineer (Professional Engineer) for our Columbus, Ohio office. We also consider applicants for our Cincinnati, Dayton, Ohio; Cleveland, Ohio; Indianapolis, Indiana; Lexington and Louisville, Kentucky offices.

Responsibilities

• Develop processes and infrastructure related to water supply, wastewater treatment, hazardous or solid waste disposal, air emission sources, and pollution control.
• Generate accurate and concise reports and documentation detailing field conditions.
• Assess and provide guidance regarding short- and long-term risks to ecological and human health.
• Ensure responsibilities are executed and maintained at a quality level that meets or exceeds industry standards.
• Support business development activities as part of your role within the team.
• Manage current and future projects, engage with clients daily to establish and guide the strategic direction for project execution.
• Prepare technical proposals and reports, either in whole or in part, based on the size and complexity of each document.
• Direct junior-level staff overseeing field activities, organize field work, assign tasks, and provide guidance to staff specialists in field task management.
• Review contractor submittals, including equipment documentation, Work Plans, and QA/QC plans, and track payment applications, requests for information, change order requests, and general construction phase submittals.
• Conduct technical evaluations and provide recommendations as required.
• Manage small to mid-size projects, including project scoping, budget tracking, and resource management.
• Plan and conduct inspections and investigations of facilities and structures.
• Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Mentor junior staff while maintaining strict adherence to QA/QC procedures.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or equivalent discipline.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience.
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Strong computer and writing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to interact effectively with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and clients.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond a typical work schedule.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as necessary.
• Excellent time management and compliance tracking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with technical and business writing, office automation, and communication software.
• Proficiency with discipline-specific design software and engineering tools.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP health and safety policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Experience managing small to mid-size projects.
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) with annual refresher preferred.
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.