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Early Career Engineer/Designer

WDP & Associates Consulting
Manassas, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Our Manassas Headquarters is looking for an Early Career Engineer / Designer to join our dynamic team of Special Consultants. We provide innovative design for new buildings and creative solutions for buildings and structures experiencing leakage, distress, or failures. From historic preservation to LEED design of new construction, you'll gain diverse early career experience in evaluation and creative problem solving. Working as a part of the project team, you'll be introduced to the project management cycle from proposal writing to budgeting to site visits to compliance to final deliverables. You will receive mentorship from established industry leaders and will be provided the freedom and resources to advance your career. This entry level position is ideal for candidates with 0-4 years of experience. You must demonstrate strong ambition and dedication for a lasting career in the industry.

You will work on a variety of projects :

  • Preservation and sustainability
  • Design for retrofits, renovation, restoration, and adaptive reuse of existing buildings
  • Energy efficient design
  • Forensic evaluation of structural and architectural concerns
  • Thermal and moisture evaluation across building assemblies
  • Structural analysis, modeling, and repair

You'll develop general skills that will grow with you :

  • Teamwork
  • Technical Report Writing
  • Communication
  • Knowledge of standards and reference materials
  • You must be authorized to work in the United States and possess a valid driver's license with acceptable driving history over the past 3 years. WDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WDP is a small business certified, employee-owned company providing a Comprehensive Benefits Package :

  • Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 3 weeks of paid time off and 7 paid holidays (at hire, this increases over time!)
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Company-paid participation in industry groups, memberships, and professional seminars.
  • WDP is a forensic engineering consulting firm with an extensive portfolio of projects ranging from historic preservation to new construction. Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disabled

    At WDP, we strive to create a work environment that fosters employee interaction and inclusiveness. From the founders of the company to senior leaders to project managers, we encourage an open-door policy where all staff can ask questions and have their voices heard. We strongly believe that creating a work environment that is fun and enjoyable leads to better work-life balance and more satisfied clients. Discover the advantages of working with us!

    Office Location - Manassas : Whether you're interested in urban living or the countryside, Northern Virginia is perfect for the life you want! Our Headquarters is 35 miles from Washington DC / Alexandria / Arlington and 45 miles from Skyline Drive / Shenandoah Valley. The area boasts the diversity of cities, open fields, mountains, rivers, and lakes. We experience a range of seasons from snowy winters to colorful blooms in spring, hot sunny summers, and vibrant autumn leaves. The diversity and beauty of the area is unmatched.

    You'll be close to :

  • Old Town Manassas, featuring walkable shopping, restaurants, free weekly summer concerts at the Harris Pavilion, and a year-round farmer's market
  • Prince William National Forest Park which is part of the path for the Marine Corps Marathon
  • Historical landmarks, monuments, and National Battlefield Parks
  • Local wineries, breweries, and cideries
  • Concert and art venues
  • Requirements

  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
  • Previous experience working on active construction sites is preferred.
  • Desire and ability to engage in field work and flexibility to work on diverse projects.
  • Day travel and occasional overnight travel.
  • U.S. Work Authorization.
  • Valid License and acceptable driving history (past 3 years).
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