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The Opportunity

Shape Something Different - You're not just looking for another job-you want to shape something. This is your chance to make an impact as an Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer with a team that thrives on curiosity, connection, and collaboration.

This is an Expression of Interest posting-not a current vacancy. It's an open invitation to explore what's possible as our mining practice evolves. We're seeking bold thinkers who bring technical leadership, build trust, and deliver excellence in the face of complex challenges.

Your Impact

• Design and oversee construction of mine waste containment systems that protect communities and ecosystems
• Lead geotechnical investigations and stability analyses to support safe, sustainable mining operations
• Develop long-term strategies for waste and water management that align with environmental goals
• Prepare clear, data-driven technical documentation and performance reviews
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations across diverse project sites
• Collaborate with geology, water resources, and project delivery teams to drive integrated solutions

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 5-7 years of experience in mine waste or geotechnical engineering environments
• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, or Geological Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for licensure
• Experience with tailings dam design concepts, best practices, and guidelines
• Willingness to travel, including extended site assignments in Canada and abroad
• Clear, informed technical communication and documentation skills
• Adaptable mindset with a collaborative approach to delivery

Preferred

• Master's degree in a related field
• Familiarity with permitting processes and environmental regulations
• Experience leading project execution and multidisciplinary teams

Compensation

Salary range (in British Columbia): $91,200 - $145,400
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 salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities and advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian - born and raised in Québec, now operating in over 40 countries
• A global community of 72,000 brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach
• Limitless opportunities - tailor your role to match your ambition
• Flexible work, real balance - prioritize what matters most in your life
• A collaborative culture filled with genuinely good people doing humbly important work

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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