Early Career Geotechnical Engineer

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Geotechnical Engineer for our Lakewood, CO office. The following locations will also be considered:
Reno, NV and Tucson, AZ
. The role will involve projects with our Mine Engineering and Stability Earth & Environment Team and support client objectives and solve challenges.

• Support senior and intermediate engineering staff in completing projects in the area of open pit and underground mining rock mechanics and mine closure.
• Perform field work, data collection, field testing, data analysis, excavation stability assessments, and calculations.
• Research specific rock engineering and mine closure problems.
• Conduct survey and drilling coordination, geotechnical core logging/mapping, and construction monitoring.
• Reduce and analyze investigation data.
• Prepare and work with 2D and 3D models.
• Assist with geotechnical characterization and assessments for underground, open pit, and mine closure rock mechanics projects.
• Assist with preparation of technical reports.
• Perform a combination of office and field work.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering.
• 0 to 1 year of post‑education experience in engineering and prior geotechnical design experience.
• Proficient knowledge of geotechnical engineering including slope stability, seismic engineering, retaining wall design, earth retention, rock mechanics, ground improvement techniques, excavation support, dewatering, design/build, and application to permitting and project work‑related issues.
• Proficient understanding of rock and soil mechanics to perform mine stability analysis for surface and underground mining operations.
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to regulations.
• Project management experience with small to mid‑level projects including scoping and tracking hours and expenses.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with others and expressing ideas professionally to engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Self‑leadership, attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment.
• Consulting or operating experience in a mining or consulting setting.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict QA/QC adherence.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to apply technical knowledge to testing results, data collation, statistical analysis, and arriving at effective, economical, logical solutions.
• Ability to travel and work in other WSP offices as required.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and general computer usage.
• Demonstrates a 'Safety First' focus attitude and traits in line with WSP’s core values.
• Strong organizational skills.

• Master's Degree in Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering.
• Knowledge of programming languages (VB, Python, or other) would be an asset.
• Possesses or eligible to receive EIT Certification.

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

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $58,200 - $82,000