Principal Engineer - Mine Waste

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The Opportunity:

WSP is looking ahead—and we know the future will be shaped by visionary leaders in mine waste engineering.

Job Description

The Opportunity:

WSP is looking ahead—and we know the future will be shaped by visionary leaders in mine waste engineering.

As a Principal Engineer, you’ll play a strategic role in guiding large-scale mine waste projects, fostering technical excellence, and shaping the evolution of our mining practice. This is an expression of interest posting, intended to connect with leaders who see possibility in complexity and want to co-author what’s next.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here:

• Serving as technical lead on high-profile and high-impact mine waste assignments
• Driving innovation in engineering design, environmental stewardship, and regulatory strategy
• Influencing the direction of WSP’s mining practice through thought leadership and strategic planning
• Building strong client relationships and expanding market presence
• Providing oversight and review across multidisciplinary project teams
• Coaching senior and intermediate engineers, helping to shape career trajectories and technical depth

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• 15+ years of experience in mining, tailings, and geotechnical engineering
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a relevant discipline
• P. Eng. registration and recognized expertise in the industry
• A track record of successful project delivery at scale
• Strong business acumen and experience in client strategy and portfolio development
• Thought leadership in sustainable mining practices, risk mitigation, or closure design
• Exceptional communication, decision-making, and mentorship capabilities

If this role speaks to your strengths—or if our purpose resonates with your own—we encourage you to express interest. Let’s start a conversation about what’s possible.

Across all levels, WSP offers the opportunity to be part of a community of Visioneers—bold thinkers and caring collaborators who believe engineering is a force for good. Let us know you’re interested.

Compensation:

Salary range (in British Columbia): $179,700 - $247,100

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 salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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