Senior Engineer (Geotechnical)

WSP in Canada; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Mentorship opportunities

Commitment to personal well-being

Job summary

WSP in Canada is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer based in Kelowna or Kamloops. You will apply your senior-level geotechnical expertise on diverse projects like highways, bridges, and buildings, making a tangible impact in communities.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Geotechnical Engineering, P.Eng. registration eligibility, and at least 7 years of hands-on experience. WSP offers flexible work and is a top employer in Canada for 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of geotechnical experience across multiple project types.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Strong sense of initiative and ability to lead workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver geotechnical expertise on multidisciplinary projects.
• Lead or support geotechnical investigation programs.
• Prepare detailed geotechnical studies and engineering reports.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Field Investigation

Technical Analysis

Geotechnical Software

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline

P.Eng. Registration or eligibility with EGBC

Tools

GeoStudio

Rocscience

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Job Description

This role applies senior-level geotechnical expertise to projects that define the future of BC and the Yukon. Based in Kelowna or Kamloops, you will be part of a connected national practice while making a real, on-the-ground impact in the communities you serve.

Your Impact

• Deliver geotechnical expertise on multidisciplinary projects—including highways, bridges, dams, buildings, tunnels, industrial facilities, and remote northern infrastructure.
• Collaborate with engineering staff and cross‑regional teams to develop innovative, practical, and sustainable geotechnical solutions.
• Prepare detailed geotechnical studies and engineering reports, offering clear, actionable recommendations grounded in field data and technical analysis.
• Lead or support geotechnical investigation programs, including scoping, bidding, procurement, and oversight of subcontractor activities.
• Assess and evaluate key geotechnical challenges such as settlement, liquefaction, slope stability, frost heave, groundwater flow, excavation considerations, and more.
• Manage field programs that may include drilling, in‑situ testing, CPT investigations, trenching, and construction QA/QC activities (e.g., subgrade compaction, geosynthetics installation).
• Contribute to project delivery excellence by ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and with exceptional technical rigor.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Registration, or eligibility for registration, as a P.Eng. with EGBC.
• At least 7 years of hands‑on geotechnical experience, ideally across multiple project types and field conditions.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, Rocscience, or similar tools.
• A strong sense of initiative and the ability to lead workstreams with minimal direction.
• A proven track record delivering geotechnical projects on time, on budget, and with high technical quality.

Why Choose WSP

• Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• Global community of brilliant minds, offering mentorship and diverse opportunities.
• Limitless opportunities at local, national, and global levels aligned with your ambitions.
• Flexible work, real balance, with encouragement to prioritize personal well‑being.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 – $138,000

MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. 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.