Geotechnical Engineer: Design, Field & Impact

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Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.We are pathfinders and impact makers.We are
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WSP.The OpportunityYour Impact Starts Here – Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex and rewarding challenges in the industry? In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to high-profile projects that are changing the landscape of our world.WSP is seeking an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team in Sudbury, Ontario. In this role, you will contribute to a diverse range of transportation, municipal, industrial, and land development projects, providing geotechnical expertise from initial site investigation through to design and construction support.Your ImpactDeliver clear, technically sound analyses and recommendations that guide major decisions for transportation, municipal, industrial, and land development projects.Prepare geotechnical reports, design briefs, and construction
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phase guidance to support successful project delivery.Collaborate with structural, civil, environmental, and materials engineering teams to integrate geotechnical insight into multidisciplinary designs.Conduct site visits, field reviews, drilling oversight, and QA/QC activities to ensure accuracy and safety of field programs.Apply geotechnical design software and numerical modelling tools to evaluate soil
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structure interaction and optimize project outcomes.Contribute to sustainable design approaches that reduce environmental impact and improve long
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term resilience.The Skills That Set You ApartSeveral years of hands‑on geotechnical engineering experience supporting transportation, municipal, or site development projects.A degree in Geological, Geotechnical, or Civil Engineering, and progression toward (or attainment of) a P.Eng. designation in Ontario.Comfortable conducting field work, geotechnical investigations, and construction‑phase reviews.Proficient with tools such as SLOPE/W, Settle3, PLAXIS, or equivalent geotechnical modelling software.Motivated by delivering practical engineering solutions that strengthen communities.Why Choose WSP?We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.Proudly
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– we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.A
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community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.Limitless opportunities
start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.Flexible work, real balance
– we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.#WeAreWSPCompensationAB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:
$77,400 - $102,500MB & ON:
$70,600 – $97,200NB, NL, NS, PE & QC:
$69,900 – $92,900Disclosure: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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