Ports and Marine Civil Engineer

About the role

The candidate will be involved in projects with our Ports and Maritime Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Our Maritime group comprises of highly motivated engineers, working in several key locations across the US and internationally. Major clients are port authorities, U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, terminal operators, contractors and private entities.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil design for both overwater structures and upland components under supervision of senior ports and marine engineers.
• Under civil engineering planning and design aspects of container terminals, bulk handling terminals, and/or port facilities with focus on civil/grading/drainage and utilities including but not limited to water and stormwater management.
• Prepare technical written communications in the form of memoranda and reports.
• Support managers in the creation of plans, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates in accordance with client requirements.
• Be proficient in both AUTOCAD and CIVIL 3D with ability to develop upland site grading and/or dredge plans using Civil 3D software.
• Work in a team to make sure that work product meets scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
• Perform design calculations in support of broader engineering activities, including stormwater analyses associated with conveyance networks and water quality features.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of site work and code compliance.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• 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.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• 3-5 years of prior relevant post-education design experience as a Civil engineer.
• Familiarity with marine, port, and civil engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• Familiar with relevant marine, port, and coastal construction codes, regulations, and compliance practices.
• Knowledge of stormwater drainage and site grading design principles for port terminals.
• An analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience using Civil 3D and AUTOCAD software, including site grading using grading objects and roadway corridors.
• Experience with other discipline-specific design software preferred (i.e., WWHM, StormShed3G, WaterGEMS, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, relevant engineering software, spreadsheets, and other tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Qualifications

• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Skills

• Proficiency in AUTOCAD and CIVIL 3D.
• Experience with stormwater drainage and site grading design principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing and relevant engineering software.

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

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position.

About WSP

ABOUT US WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com