Mine Waste Civil​/Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Mine Waste Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join our Mine Waste team in Lakewood, CO. Other locations considered:
Anchorage, AK;
Madison, WI;
St. Louis, MO. Other WSP office locations may be considered for an exceptional candidate. The role involves working with the U.S. Mine Waste Team on mining, heavy‑civil, and geotechnical projects.

• Working within the Mine Waste team on civil and geotechnical engineering projects for the mining industry
• Performing engineering tasks such as:
  • Geotechnical field investigations
  • Site and material characterization
  • Designing facilities including grading, storage capacity, and construction quantity evaluations
  • Conducting slope stability, seepage, consolidation, liner system, and deformation analyses to support facility designs
  • Surface water management analyses and facility designs
• Preparing technical reports that document field and laboratory investigations, engineering analyses, and facility designs
• Assisting with the preparation of project design packages including technical drawings, specifications, project schedules, and cost estimates
• Performing domestic and international field assignments, such as geotechnical investigations and construction monitoring
• Working with and leading multi‑disciplinary project teams
• Supporting technical proposals and design work packages in response to client needs
• Managing the work of junior engineers
• Mentoring peers and fostering a good work culture
• Complying with safety guidelines and site‑specific procedures
• Completing training on assigned tasks
• 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

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geological Engineering, or closely related discipline
• Engineer in Training Certification
• 3 to 5 years of relevant post‑education experience
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to complete engineering calculations and analyses
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and on teams
• Comfortable working in remote settings
• An active focus on health and safety for themselves and others
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements

• Master’s Degree in Civil, Geotechnical or Geological engineering, or an equivalent field of study
• Professional Engineer Registration or the ability to complete the PE exam within 6 months to 1 year of start date
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline
• Project management experience with small to mid‑level projects including scoping, and tracking hours and expenses for project work commensurate with years of experience
• Familiarity with discipline‑specific design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Muk3D)
• Familiarity with discipline‑specific geotechnical analysis software (e.g., Slide2D, Slope/W, Seep/W)

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. Benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $75,600 – $110,700. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to…