Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Hydro & Dams

The Opportunity

Shape the future of sustainable hydropower infrastructure. WSP’s Energy – Hydropower and Dams team is looking to strengthen its geotechnical group specialized in dam engineering. You will join a highly specialized multidisciplinary team bringing together experts in geotechnical, civil, hydraulic, structural, mechanical, electrical, and hydrometry disciplines, working in close collaboration on large‑scale public and private projects.

• Act as a senior engineer for the design of retaining earth structures and inspections of earthfill retaining structures.
• Prepare design plans and technical specifications.
• Provide technical support during construction.
• Conduct risk assessment and dam safety review.
• Act as Project Manager or Discipline Lead for major projects within the group.
• Mentor and support engineers and technicians within your technical discipline and contribute to their professional development.
• Participate in quality control of deliverables, including design review meetings and multidisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Contribute to the preparation of proposals and to the development of the business unit.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, geological engineering, or another relevant discipline.
• Master’s degree with a specialization in geotechnical engineering (asset).
• Strong experience in the design of earthfill dams and retention structures.
• Strong experience in dam inspections and dam safety evaluation studies.
• Experience in multidisciplinary project in a discipline lead role.
• Experience in project management.
• Leadership, initiative, attention to detail, and strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, structured, and critical thinking skills.
• Autonomy, dynamism, and a solution‑oriented mindset.

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 – $138,000

MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900

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.

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