Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Geotechnical Engineering-in-Training
Support geotechnical field investigations, analysis, and design for infrastructure projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Conduct geotechnical field investigations (boreholes, test pits, in‑situ testing) for transportation, municipal, industrial and environmental projects. • Interpret soil, rock and groundwater data and translate findings into practical design recommendations. • Develop geotechnical designs for foundations, earthworks, slopes, retaining structures and buried infrastructure. • Prepare concise technical memoranda and reports to inform client decisions on scope, schedule and investment. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (environmental, structural, transportation, water, etc.) to integrate ground engineering into overall project designs. • Promote sustainable design by considering constructability, materials and long‑term performance. • Participate in project meetings and problem‑solving discussions, contributing an EIT perspective.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸field investigations
- ▸data interpretation
- ▸geotechnical design
- ▸technical reports
- ▸team collaboration
- ▸sustainable design
What You Bring
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP; you are expected to comply with our HSE policy and client HSE policies at all times. Offers for safety‑sensitive field positions are contingent upon the ability to perform key physical tasks in diverse environmental conditions, including remote, isolated or inclement weather situations. • Degree in civil, geological or geotechnical engineering; eligible for Engineer‑in‑Training registration in Canada. • Hands‑on experience in geotechnical or ground engineering through co‑op, internship or early‑career projects. • Ability to work both in the field and office and willingness to travel across the Prairies and the North. • Strong data‑analysis skills, handling logs, lab results and monitoring records to support recommendations. • Proficiency or interest in geotechnical software, analysis, modeling and drafting tools. • Recognition of health, safety and environmental values in all activities.
Requirements
- ▸engineering degree
- ▸eit eligible
- ▸geotech experience
- ▸data analysis
- ▸geotech software
- ▸hse compliance
Benefits
This Geotechnical Engineer‑in‑Training role with our Prairies & North – Ground Engineering team offers the chance to shape critical infrastructure, transportation, and community projects across the Prairies and Canada’s North. You will support field investigations, analysis, and design on a wide range of projects, delivering practical, resilient solutions for clients and communities. Compensation varies by region, ranging from $56,700 to $84,400, with the final salary depending on education, experience, certifications, geographic location and other factors. The wage range provided may be adjusted for business purposes. If you’re driven by purpose and impact, this is your opportunity to grow as a Geotechnical Engineer‑in‑Training, learn from experienced ground engineering specialists, and contribute to projects that shape communities across the Prairies and the North. WSP, a global professional services firm with over 65,000 team members worldwide and 12,000+ in Canada, is dedicated to future‑proofing cities and environments. • Flexible work options that promote real work‑life balance. • Opportunities to work across Canada and internationally, tailoring roles to personal ambition. • Access to mentorship, ideas and career development within a collaborative culture.
Work Environment
Hybrid