Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer

WSP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer to advance tailings and waste rock projects across Western Canada. You will contribute to geotechnical analyses, field investigations, design, construction support and reporting with a collaborative, safety‑first team.

You will develop mine waste management plans, monitor system performance, interpret data, and mentor junior engineers while engaging with clients and regulatory requirements to drive responsible outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/geotechnical/mining engineering and P.Eng. or eligibility.
• 5-7 years of mine waste management, tailings or geotechnical experience.
• Experience with environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Strong communication, mentorship, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.
• Proficiency with tailings dam design and field/lab investigations.

Responsibilities

• Support tailings facility and waste rock spoil projects through field and design work.
• Deliver geotechnical analyses: stability, seepage, deposition and deformation.
• Develop mine waste management plans aligned with regs and client goals.
• Monitor performance, identify risks, and recommend improvements.
• Prepare proposals, technical reports, and stakeholder documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Tailings dam design

Mine waste management

Field investigations

Laboratory data interpretation

Construction support

Regulatory permitting

Project coordination

Technical communication

Mentoring junior engineers

Advanced Excel (VBA)

Muk3D

Education

Bachelor's in civil/geotechnical/mining engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Alberta or BC or eligible

Postgraduate degree asset

Tools

Muk3D

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

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.

As part of our Mine Waste team in Western Canada, you'll help advance WSP's mine services by working with a close-knit group of engineering specialists, professionals, and technical staff. You'll contribute to tailings storage facility and waste rock spoil projects through geotechnical analysis, field investigations, design, construction support, performance monitoring, and clear technical reporting - helping clients manage mine waste safely, responsibly, and sustainably.

Your Impact

Support tailings storage facility and waste rock spoil projects through dam safety inspections, field investigations, laboratory testing and interpretation, design, and construction oversight.

Deliver geotechnical analyses—including stability, seepage, thermal, tailings deposition, consolidation, deformation, dam breach, and runout assessments to inform safe, defensible project decisions.

Develop mine waste management plans, site characterization, and practical recommendations aligned with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and client objectives.

Monitor mine waste system performance, interpret data, identify emerging risks, and recommend improvements that strengthen facility integrity and environmental outcomes.

Produce clear proposals, technical reports, and stakeholder documentation while supporting project planning, execution, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers through effective delegation, and champion a safety-first culture across office, field, and construction activities.

The Skills That Set You Apart

A bachelor's degree in civil, geotechnical, mining, or a related engineering discipline; a postgraduate degree is an asset.

5-7 years of relevant experience in mine waste management, tailings engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related field.

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Alberta or British Columbia, or eligibility for registration in one of these provinces.

Applied expertise in geotechnical engineering principles and practices, including tailings dam design, mine waste management, field investigations, laboratory data interpretation, and construction support.

Experience with environmental regulations, permitting processes, and recognized industry standards applicable to tailings storage facilities and waste rock spoils.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate project tasks, collaborate across disciplines, build trusted client relationships, communicate technical findings clearly, and mentor junior professionals.

Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving capability, with a commitment to safe work practices and responsible technical decision-making.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VBA customization, and experience with tailings deposition software such as Muk3D are assets.

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.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98,800 - $130,800

MB & ON: $90,100 - $124,100

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $89,200 - $118,500

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.

Shape Confidence Beyond the Mine

Your engineering insight can help mining clients manage tailings and waste rock responsibly, strengthen facility performance, and protect surrounding environments. Turn field evidence and geotechnical analysis into resilient mine waste solutions for Western Canada.

Build safer outcomes that endure.

Job Info

• Job Identification 94454
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 07:12 PM

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 .