Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training

WSP in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 100 Employer in Canada 2026

Flexible work

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Training to contribute to safe, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure projects across Western Canada. You will gain hands-on experience through field drilling, sampling, test pit programs, and in-situ testing, while supporting foundation design and geohazard evaluations.

You'll work with multidisciplinary teams on transportation, municipal, buildings, and energy projects, pursuing EIT registration and embracing safe work practices on

Qualifications

• Hands-on geotechnical experience through academics, co-ops, or early projects.
• Willingness to work outdoors and travel to field sites.
• Familiar with GeoStudio, gINT, ArcGIS, AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Committed to safe work practices on every site.
• Pursuing EIT registration with provincial regulator.

Responsibilities

• Support geotechnical investigations including field drilling, sampling, test pits, and in-situ testing.
• Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater data for foundation design and slope stability.
• Prepare technical reports and data summaries for client decisions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on transportation, municipal, buildings, and energy projects.
• Contribute to construction monitoring and QA for safe project delivery.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Field work

Data analysis

Education

Pursuing EIT / professional registration

Tools

GeoStudio

gINT

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.

You want

Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers.

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.

You want

Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us

Step into a role where your technical curiosity and passion for the earth’s materials shape safe, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure across Western Canada. As a Geotechnical Engineer in Training, you’ll gain hands‑on experience on meaningful projects while building the foundation for your professional engineering journey.

Your Impact

• Support geotechnical investigations, including field drilling, sampling, test pit programs, and in‑situ testing.
• Analyze soil, rock, and groundwater data to support foundation design, slope stability assessments, and geohazard evaluations.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, memos, and data summaries that support client decisions and project development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions for transportation, municipal, buildings, and energy‑related projects.
• Contribute to construction monitoring, geotechnical inspections, and quality assurance activities to ensure safe and compliant project delivery.
• Apply innovative thinking to support sustainable design approaches and minimize environmental impacts.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• You’re building your expertise in geotechnical engineering through hands‑on academic, co‑op, or early‑career project experience.
• You’re comfortable working outdoors, traveling to field sites, and contributing to field programs in varying conditions.
• You bring familiarity with tools such as GeoStudio, gINT, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, or similar platforms — and you’re eager to grow those skills.
• You meet all safety requirements and are committed to safe work practices on every site.
• You’re pursuing or eligible for registration as an Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) with your provincial engineering regulator.
• You care about doing work that matters to communities, clients, and the environment.

Why Choose WSP?

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

• Proudly Canadian – We are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – We recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66,700 – $88,400
• MB & ON: $60,900 – $83,800
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $60,300 – $80,000

Disclosure

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 wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

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. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .