Our Business
We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Experienced Water Resources Engineer for our Blue Bell, PA office. The following locations will also be considered: Philadelphia, PA . The candidate will be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.
Your Impact
Perform water resources engineering work and analyses relating to dams and hydraulic structures and surface water management in accordance with applicable laws, rules and standards.
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for dam breach studies, floodplain mapping and stormwater infrastructure design.
Prepare watershed studies, floodplain studies, and evaluate regulated impoundment structures for compliance with regulations.
Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, models, cross-sections and other illustrations for the interpretation and presentation of complex data, findings and analyses.
Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that clearly explain analysis methods, findings and recommendations.
Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team to execute project work.
Assist with performing concept level analysis of hydrologic and hydraulic models, and computations for storm water and watershed master planning.
Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings.
Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
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.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline.
3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in water resources engineering.
Engineer in Training Certification.
Knowledge of water resource engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to environmental permitting and project work-related issues.
Knowledge of Stormwater Management, Drainage, Erosion and Sediment Control, Hydrology & Hydraulics Design, Watershed Studies, Floodplain Delineation, etc.
Ability to assist with coordination with agency regulators and understand requirements.
Basic experience with preparing permit applications for oversight agencies to address the full range of conditions associated with water resources projects.
Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
Familiarity with surface water analysis, hydrologic methodologies/models (TR-55, HEC-HMS, etc.), hydraulic models (HEC-RAS, HEC-RAS-2D, SITES, etc), watershed modeling (PCSWMM, etc) and with ESRI ArcGIS and AutoCAD software.
Experience with coordinating technical matters with public and private groups.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Engineering.
Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
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About WSP
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.
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.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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