Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer

WSP in Canada; North Bay; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking an Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer in Ontario (Sudbury/ North Bay region). You will design and assess mine waste facilities, including tailings storage and waste rock dumps, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes geotechnical analyses, environmental considerations, and development of management plans in line with regulations and client objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/geotechnical/mining; master's degree is an asset.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in mine waste management, tailings engineering, geotechnical engineering, or related field.
• P.Eng. designation in Ontario or eligibility for registration with PEO.
• Applied knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles including tailings facility design, waste rock management, stability assessment, seepage analysis, and construction oversight.
• Proficiency with GeoStudio and related geotechnical analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Design mine waste facilities, including tailings storage facilities and waste rock dumps, to support safe, sustainable mining operations.
• Deliver geotechnical and environmental assessments, including stability and seepage analyses, that strengthen facility integrity and inform confident decisions.
• Develop mine waste management plans aligned with client objectives, environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and recognized industry standards.
• Monitor facility performance, evaluate data, and recommend practical improvements that manage risk and support responsible operations.
• Produce clear, data-driven technical reports and documentation that translate complex findings into actionable guidance for clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with geologists, environmental scientists, water resources engineers, contractors, and clients through project planning, design, construction, and execution.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Tailings Design

Environmental Regulations

Project Coordination

GeoStudio

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Mining

Tools

GeoStudio

Job description

Job Description

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The Opportunity

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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.

Based in the Sudbury or North Bay area, you'll contribute to the design, assessment, construction, and performance monitoring of mine waste facilities, including tailings storage facilities and waste rock dumps. Working with multidisciplinary teams, you'll apply geotechnical engineering and environmental insight to deliver safe, sustainable solutions that meet client, regulatory, and industry requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

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Your Impact

• Design mine waste facilities, including tailings storage facilities and waste rock dumps, to support safe, sustainable mining operations.
• Deliver geotechnical and environmental assessments, including stability and seepage analyses, that strengthen facility integrity and inform confident decisions.
• Develop mine waste management plans aligned with client objectives, environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and recognized industry standards.
• Monitor facility performance, evaluate data, and recommend practical improvements that manage risk and support responsible operations.
• Produce clear, data-driven technical reports and documentation that translate complex findings into actionable guidance for clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with geologists, environmental scientists, water resources engineers, contractors, and clients through project planning, design, construction, and execution.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A bachelor's degree in civil, geotechnical, mining, or a related engineering discipline; a master's 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 Ontario, or eligibility for registration with Professional Engineers Ontario.
• Applied knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, including tailings storage facility design, waste rock management, stability assessment, seepage analysis, and construction oversight.
• Proficiency with relevant geotechnical analysis software, including GeoStudio, to develop defensible engineering assessments and recommendations.
• Working knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and industry standards applicable to mine waste facilities in Ontario and Canada.
• Experience coordinating technical scopes and collaborating across engineering, environmental, water resources, and construction disciplines to support project outcomes.
• Residence in, or ability to work from, the Sudbury or North Bay area, with the ability to travel to project and mine sites as required.

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• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

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