Geotechnical Engineering Expert for Sustainable Infrastructure Development

7 days ago


Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada WSP Canada Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Whitehorse, YT. As a Principal Geotechnical Engineer with WSP Canada, you will play a crucial role in the management and execution of various high-profile projects throughout BC and Yukon.

About the Opportunity

This is an exceptional opportunity to work on complex geotechnical projects, collaborating with engineering staff and sharing technical knowledge to foster innovative solutions. You will lead and prepare geotechnical studies, providing recommendations on various aspects of projects based on studies and project-specific work.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work collaboratively with engineering staff on geotechnical consulting projects;
  • Share technical knowledge across geographical boundaries to foster innovative project solutions;
  • Lead and prepare geotechnical studies and engineering reports providing recommendations on various geotechnical aspects in projects, based on studies and project-specific work;
  • Provide geotechnical engineering expertise to support multi-disciplinary projects such as highways, bridges, buildings, dams, industrial infrastructure, tunneling, etc.;
  • Develop and lead projects requiring geotechnical investigation programs, prepare bidding documents, solicit bids, evaluate subcontractor submissions and support project engineers as part of their mandate;
  • Assess and evaluate geotechnical issues encountered, such as: settlements, liquefaction potential, slope stabilization, interstitial overpressure development, preferential flow, frost heave, excavation and backfilling procedures, etc.;
  • Support field operations through supervision and monitoring of boreholes, in situ tests, piezocone soundings, reconnaissance trenches, as well as miscellaneous construction work such as soil embankment construction, subgrade compaction assessment, installation of geosynthetics, etc.;
Requirements
  • A degree in Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited university;
  • Registered, or eligible to be registered, as a professional geotechnical engineer (Peng) with EGBC;
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience as a Geotechnical Engineer, Geomechanics Engineer, or related position;
  • Knowledge of standard geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, Ensoft, Rocscience , or other similar software suites;
  • Sense of initiative and be self-directed;
  • Strong track record of managing and completing projects on time and on budget; and an
  • Ability to perform critical evaluation of outputs for geotechnical analyses.
What We Offer

At WSP Canada, 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.

The estimated salary for this role is between $140,000 and $180,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.


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