WDP
Early Career/Entry-Level Staff Engineer/Designer
Blacksburg, VA
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- Engineering
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- Lead / management
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- US
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- On-site / unstated
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- 26 Sept 2026
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Description
WDP is looking for an Early Career Engineer/Designer to join our dynamic team of consultants. We provide creative solutions for new construction and existing structures experiencing leakage, distress, or failures. You’ll gain diverse early career experience in the entire life cycle of a project, from investigation to design to construction administration. You will receive mentorship from established industry leaders and will be provided with the opportunity and resources to advance your career. You must demonstrate strong ambition and dedication for a lasting career in the Architectural/Engineering/Construction industry.
Who We Are:
WDP is a forensic engineering consulting firm with an extensive portfolio of projects ranging from historic preservation to new construction. 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. WDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug free workplace.
What You’ll Do:
Each day looks different, but you can expect your projects to include a combination of the following:
- Structural failure investigations
- Building enclosure evaluations
- Historic preservation
- Facade and roofing rehabilitation
- Restoration and renovation design
- Forensic engineering
What We’re Looking For:
- Reliable: You are consistent, self-motivated, and take pride in your work.
- Innovative: You think outside the box to arrive at unique solutions.
- Dedicated: You are endlessly curious, passionate about buildings, and want to contribute to the built environment.
- Collaborative: You like brainstorming and learning from others, can work towards shared goals, and receive feedback positively.
Why You’ll Love WDP:
- Relatively small offices allow for individualized learning and close mentorship opportunities
- Opportunities to work on stimulating and complex projects
- Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 3 weeks of paid time off and 7 paid holidays
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Company-paid participation in industry groups, memberships, and professional seminars
Requirements
What You Need to Have:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Structural Engineering, or a related field
- 0 to 4 years of related experience
- Ability to travel occasionally
- Desire to engage in hands-on field investigations
- Valid driver's license, driving history, and background verifications
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship
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