Geotechnical Engineer

WSP; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Sydney seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to join its Geotechnics & Tunnels team. You will work across site investigations, tunnelling and major infrastructure projects, contributing from early investigations through construction.

The role offers exposure to diverse ground conditions and client engagements in a collaborative, supportive environment. You're a motivated geotechnical professional with a degree in Civil, Geotechnical or Geological Engineering and 2+ years of field experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Geotechnical or Geological Engineering (or equivalent).
• 2+ years' experience in geotechnical engineering or related discipline.
• Strong field experience including soil logging, sampling, site investigations.
• Clear written and verbal communication; contributes to technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver geotechnical investigations from site reconnaissance to reporting.
• Interpret geotechnical data and contribute to design recommendations and risk assessments.
• Prepare technical reports and support design documentation for projects.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers on scoping and delivery.
• Support proposals with technical inputs and cost estimates.
• Engage with clients on technical queries and project updates.
• Provide guidance to technicians and junior team members.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Field experience

Data interpretation

Report writing

Education

Degree in Civil, Geotechnical or Geological Engineering

Tools

CPTs

Boreholes

In-situ testing

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

At WSP, we don't just design infrastructure; our Visioneers shape the places where communities thrive. Our Geotechnics & Tunnels team plays a critical role in some of Australia's most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects, and we're now looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer with a solid grounding in site investigations and geotechnical analysis who's ready to take the next step and build depth across tunnelling and major infrastructure work. If you're looking to build your geotechnical career with a consultancy that will challenge you, support you and invest in your future, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

What you'll do

You'll be hands‑on across a diverse range of geotechnical and tunnelling projects, supporting delivery from early investigations through to construction. Your work will include:

• Planning and delivering geotechnical investigations, including site reconnaissance, fieldwork, sampling, logging and in-situ testing
• Interpreting geotechnical data and contributing to design recommendations and risk assessments
• Preparing technical reports and supporting design documentation for small to medium projects
• Working closely with senior engineers and project managers on investigation scoping, methodologies and project delivery
• Supporting proposals and tenders, including technical inputs and cost estimates
• Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams and engaging directly with clients on technical queries and project updates
• Providing guidance to technicians and junior team members in both field and office environments

You'll balance time between site and office, gaining exposure to a broad range of ground conditions, project types and clients.

Qualifications

About you

You're a motivated geotechnical engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems and working as part of a collaborative team. You'll bring:

• A degree in Civil, Geotechnical or Geological Engineering (or equivalent)
• Around 2+ years' experience in geotechnical engineering or a related discipline
• Strong field experience, including soil logging, sampling and site investigations
• Exposure to investigation techniques such as CPTs, boreholes, test pits and in-situ testing
• Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to interpret geotechnical data
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with experience contributing to technical reports
• A current Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required
• Eligibility for (or progress toward) Engineers Australia membership

Most importantly, you're curious, proactive and keen to keep developing your technical capability.

Why WSP?

At WSP, our people are our greatest asset. When you join us, you'll be part of a globally connected business with a strong local presence, working on projects that matter.

You'll benefit from:

• Exposure to major infrastructure and tunnelling projects across Australia
• A supportive, collaborative team environment with strong technical leadership
• Clear development pathways, training and professional development support
• Flexible working options and a culture that genuinely values wellbeing
• The backing of a global consultancy with the scale to support long-term career growth

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP's collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we've designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.