Geotechnical / Civil Engineer

Climate Finance Advisors, Member of WSP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Toronto is seeking a Geotechnical / Civil Engineer. This role involves managing projects related to waste, transportation, and infrastructure, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client interactions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Flexibility for travel and a commitment to workplace safety are essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in geotechnical, geological and/or civil engineering design.
• Registration as Engineer-in-Training or recent Professional Engineer license.
• Experience with construction quality assurance and solid waste/landfill design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage subsurface investigations and laboratory testing programs.
• Conduct geotechnical engineering analysis including geotechnical investigation programs.
• Prepare engineering design reports, drawings, and technical specifications.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering analysis

Excellent verbal and written communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering

Tools

Rocscience

GeoStudio

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Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

Lansing, MI, United States

Holland, MI, United States

Job Description

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Geotechnical / Civil Engineer for our Lansing, MI office. This role will allow you to be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

In this role, you will join our waste industry services team and focus on projects related to solid waste, power, transportation, stormwater, infrastructure, and agriculture. The successful candidate will be able to support a diverse range of areas including, but not limited to, geotechnical design and analysis, civil design, earthworks construction, piping systems, surface water management, erosion and slope stability, and landfill permitting and design. An appreciation for high quality, effective communication, and client-focused work products in essential. Some travel will be required.

Your Impact

• Developing, scoping, and managing small-sized projects.
• Develop and manage subsurface investigations and laboratory testing programs.
• Conduct geotechnical engineering analysis including geotechnical investigation programs,
• Civil layout, grading and / or drainage design.
• Preparing engineering design reports, drawings, technical specifications, and / or engineer’s estimates.
• Assist with construction quality assurance projects.
• Client interaction.
• Regulatory agency interaction.
• Training junior staff.
• Experience with preparing and understanding grading plans and earthworks related construction drawings and construction specifications.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans.
• Interpret and summarize data, including reports and documents that result in sound engineering and regulatory conclusions.
• Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Bachelors of Science degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering.

3-5 years of experience in the practice of geotechnical, geological and / or civil engineering design and / or construction.

Registration as Engineer-in-Training or recent Professional Engineer license.

Experience in some of the following areas of practice (with a willingness to learn the others) : construction quality assurance, solid waste / landfill design and construction, geotechnical engineering evaluations, earthworks construction and / or soils testing, preparing permitting documents, preparing and / or reviewing construction documents such as drawings, technical specifications, engineer’s estimates, and construction quality assurance plans.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software.

Experience using geotechnical engineering software such as Rocscience, GeoStudio or Ensoft suites.

Ability to work both independently and within groups.

Excellent work history with leadership abilities and a positive attitude.

Proficient with making technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.

Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to junior-level team or project members, with strict adherence to quality assurance / quality control

Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug / alcohol and anti-harassment policies.

Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Job Info

Job Identification 71558

Locations Building 100 400 - 136th Avenue, Holland, MI, 49424, US

Posting Date 07 / 29 / 2025, 05 : 33 PM

About Us

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race / Age / Color / Religion / Sex / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / National Origin / Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment / staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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