Early Career Civil/Geotechnical Engineer

About the Role

WSP is seeking an Early Career Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join the Mine Waste team in Madison, WI. This role also considers candidates in Lakewood, CO. You will be part of a growing organization working on challenging mining, heavy civil, and geotechnical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Work within the mine waste team on civil and geotechnical engineering projects for the mining industry, including Tailings Storage Facilities (TSF), Heap Leach Pads, and Waste Rock facilities, with opportunities in other industries.
• Perform engineering tasks including:
• Geotechnical field investigations and construction monitoring.
• Site and material characterization.
• Facility design, including grading, storage capacity, and construction quantity evaluations.
• Slope stability, seepage, consolidation, liner system, and settlement analyses.
• Process fluid management and water balance.
• Surface water management facility design and analysis.
• Reclamation and closure designs.
• Prepare portions of technical reports documenting field and laboratory investigations, engineering analyses, and facility designs.
• Assist with the preparation of project design packages, including technical drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Perform domestic and international field assignments.
• Work with cross-functional teams to execute project work.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical engineering or an equivalent field.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or the ability to complete it within 6 months of the start date.
• Strong analytical skills for engineering calculations and analyses.
• Ability to work independently and on teams.
• Comfortable working in remote settings.
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements.
• Authorized to work in the United States immediately.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering or an equivalent field of study.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software, such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, GeoStudio, Muk3D, Rocscience/Slide 2D.
• Member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.