Lead Geotechnical Engineer in Mining Operations

2 weeks ago


Madison, Wisconsin, United States WSP Full time
Position Overview

Opportunity

WSP is looking for a Senior Civil/Geotechnical Engineer with expertise in mining to enhance our US Mine Waste team. This role offers the chance to engage in a variety of demanding mining, heavy civil, and geotechnical initiatives.

Your Contributions
  • Overseeing the civil engineering design for mine waste containment solutions, including tailings and waste rock facilities, focusing on layout, site selection, and technical specifications.
  • Executing diverse geotechnical engineering projects, including field investigations and laboratory testing, while interpreting data and conducting analyses.
  • Directing complex geotechnical evaluations, emphasizing soil mechanics, stability, seepage, and thermal modeling for mine waste and water embankment structures.
  • Managing projects to meet client-defined scopes, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality reports within budget constraints.
  • Engaging in client relationship management and business development to foster growth.
  • Leading multidisciplinary teams on various projects.
  • Supporting technical proposals and design work packages tailored to client requirements.
  • Supervising junior engineers and promoting their professional development.
  • Staying updated on the latest advancements in geotechnical engineering practices.
  • Collaborating with engineers and planners on federally and locally funded infrastructure projects.
  • Upholding ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhering to WSP's Code of Conduct.
  • Taking on additional responsibilities as dictated by business needs.
Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related field.
  • 5 to 7 years of relevant post-educational experience in engineering, with a focus on geotechnical design.
  • Professional Engineer registration.
  • Experience in heavy civil or earthworks projects and proficiency in relevant software tools.
  • Strong foundation in soil mechanics and geotechnical principles.
  • Proven skills in client interaction and business development.
  • Project management experience with small to mid-sized projects, including scope definition and expense tracking.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying ideas effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong self-management abilities, with attention to detail and the capacity to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to work independently while providing guidance to junior team members, ensuring adherence to quality assurance and quality control standards.
  • Proficient technical writing skills.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze data and derive effective solutions.
  • Capability to direct field personnel such as subcontractors to ensure safe and efficient task completion.
  • Experience in delegating responsibilities and leading project teams.
  • Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with WSP's health and safety policies.
  • Flexibility to accommodate project-specific schedules that may extend beyond standard work hours.
  • Willingness to travel as required by project demands.
Desirable Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Experience in tailings management and heap leach facility design within the mining sector.
  • Adaptability to work across various business sectors and perform diverse tasks on short notice.
  • Enthusiasm for fieldwork and travel as necessary for project requirements.
About WSP

WSP USA is part of a leading global engineering and professional services firm, dedicated to serving local communities. We are committed to designing sustainable solutions across various markets, including buildings, transportation, energy, water, and the environment. Our team comprises over 15,000 professionals across more than 300 offices in the U.S., collaborating with clients to foster community prosperity.

WSP promotes a flexible workplace model while prioritizing client needs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and financial stability of our employees throughout their careers. At WSP, we aim to provide our employees with meaningful challenges that facilitate career growth and knowledge enhancement.

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