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.
• Prepare technical reports and related documents and assist with business development.
• Conduct technical evaluations and provide recommendations as required.
• 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.
• Assist in subcontractor procurement and oversee field activities such as drilling (including DPT/Geoprobe, HSA, and Sonic), soil excavation, demolitions, and remediation system installations.
• Perform moderately complex technical tasks within broad work scopes, as well as planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating project work for large-scale assignments.
• Manage small to mid-size projects, including project scoping, budget tracking, and resource management.
• Plan and conduct inspections and investigations of facilities and structures.
• Motivate, train, and mentor junior staff assigned to your tasks or projects.

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.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Experience managing small to mid-size projects.

Skills

• Experience with OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER).
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.

Benefits

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role requires travel to project sites as needed, which may include overnight travel.