Early Career Geotechnical Engineer

Overview

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career
Geotechnical Engineer for our Tucson, AZ office. The following locations will also be considered:
Reno, NV and Denver, CO. Be involved in projects with our Mine Engineering and Stability Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

• Supporting senior and intermediate engineering staff in completion of projects in the area of Open Pit and Underground mining rock mechanics and mine closure
• Performing field work, data collection, field testing, data analysis, excavation stability assessments, and calculations
• Researching specific rock engineering and mine closure problems
• Field work will include some aspects of surveying, drilling coordination, geotechnical core logging/mapping, and construction monitoring
• Data reduction and analysis of investigation data
• Preparing and working with 2D and 3D models
• Assisting with geotechnical characterization and assessments in support of underground, open pit, and mine closure rock mechanics projects
• Assisting with the preparation of technical reports
• Role will include a combination of office and field work

• B.A.Sc or
  
  B.Eng. in Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering
• 0 to 1 year of relevant post education experience in engineering and prior geotechnical design experience
• Proficient demonstrated knowledge of geotechnical engineering including: evaluating slope stability, seismic engineering, retaining wall design, earth retention, rock mechanics, ground improvement techniques, support of excavation, dewatering, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues
• Proficient understanding of the disciplines of rock and soil mechanics to perform mine stability analysis of both surface and underground mining operations
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations
• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including scoping, and tracking hours and expenses for project work
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience
• Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
• Relevant 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 adherence to QA/QC
• Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution
• Ability to travel and work in other WSP offices as required
• Possesses or eligible to receive EIT Certification
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and general computer usage
• Knowledge of programming language (VB, python, or other) would be an asset
• Demonstrates a 'Safety First" focus attitude and traits in line with WSP’s core values
• Strong organizational skills

WSP Benefits: WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing 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 (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): $58,200 - $82,000

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…