Intermediate Mining Engineer

The Opportunity – Build the Future with Us

As part of WSP, you’ll gain access to an unparalleled network of expertise, resources, and multidisciplinary projects that shape communities and protect the environment.

Join our Calgary Mining team as an Intermediate Mining Engineer (or EIT) and contribute to delivering high‑calibre technical solutions for global mining clients. You’ll play a key role in advancing mineral projects in a safe, cost‑effective, and responsible manner while growing your expertise alongside some of the industry’s leading professionals.

• Support mine planning studies through scheduling, waste placement, pit and dump design, equipment selection, and cost estimation
• Contribute to mine design using industry‑leading software such as Deswik to deliver practical, optimized solutions
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance project outcomes across technical and advisory scopes
• Assist in preparing bids and technical reports (PEA, PFS, FS), contributing to impactful project decisions
• Engage with suppliers to obtain budgetary pricing for mining equipment and materials
• Uphold and champion a strong “safety first” culture aligned with WSP and client standards
• Support continuous improvement through innovative thinking and technical excellence in mining engineering

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering
• Registered as, or eligible to register as, a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer in Training (EIT) in Canada
• 2–5 years of experience in open pit mine planning, with exposure to mine development or operations considered an asset
• Experience contributing to technical mining projects and technical reports in consulting or industry environments
• Proficiency in mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, ArcGIS, or Mine Scape
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting and presentations
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and adapt in a dynamic project environment
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally and to remote project locations

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $85,100 – $112,800

MB & ON: $77,700 – $107,000

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $76,900 – $102,100

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Bring your mining expertise to a team that’s shaping sustainable resource development around the world. At WSP, your work will directly influence how projects are designed, delivered, and experienced—today and for generations to come.

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here ().

Some safety‑sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here ().