Principal Engineer - Geo Environmental

WSP USA; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Mentoring and development programs

Job summary

WSP India is seeking a senior Geo-Environmental Engineer to contribute across geotechnical investigations, fieldwork, and project planning. You will support clients and contractors, applying engineering methods to solve challenges and deliver technical deliverables.

The role requires a Civil/Geotechnical engineering background, 12+ years in Geo-Environmental Eng, and a collaborative mindset. You’ll engage with mentors, grow professionally, and help drive safe, high-quality project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Geotechnical, or related).
• 12+ years’ experience in Geo-Environmental Engineering.
• Developing skills in report writing, cost estimation, and proposal preparation.
• Willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow capability.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to “Best for WSP” outcomes.
• Understanding of SHEQ requirements and safety‑first values.
• Membership in Engineers Australia or participation in a Professional Development Program is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical desktop and field investigations
• Manage fieldwork operations while ensuring safety and collecting high‑quality data
• Undertake site‑based QA/QC activities and monitor construction activities
• Prepare technical deliverables, specifications, and proposals under supervision
• Assist in project planning and coordination with clients and contractors
• Apply engineering methods to solve real‑world challenges
• Participate in mentoring programs and company development initiatives
• Work closely with engineers across the wider WSP business
• Contribute to improved client satisfaction and project outcomes

Skills

Geotechnical investigations

Project planning

Client engagement

Safety & SHEQ

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil/Geotechnical)

Job description

The Opportunity

In this role, you’ll have the chance to develop your capability in evaluating, planning, and overseeing mine‑related construction and assessment activities. You’ll gain broad exposure across geotechnical investigations, design support, project planning, and client engagement—building a strong foundation for your engineering career.

What You’ll Do

You’ll contribute to a wide variety of projects through activities such as:

Field & Technical Work

• Conduct geotechnical desktop and field investigations
• Manage fieldwork operations while ensuring safety and collecting high‑quality data
• Undertake site‑based QA/QC activities and monitor construction activities

Design, Reporting & Project Support

• Prepare technical deliverables, specifications, and proposals under supervision
• Assist in project planning and coordination with clients and contractors
• Apply engineering methods to solve real‑world challenges

Professional Growth & Collaboration

• Participate in mentoring programs and company development initiatives
• Work closely with engineers across the wider WSP business
• Contribute to improved client satisfaction and project outcomes

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Power & Energy, Resources and Industry sectors, as well as offering strategic advisory services. Our talented people around the globe engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

With approximately 4,000 talented people across 3 locations (Noida, Bengaluru & Mumbai offices) in India and more than 73,000 globally, in 550 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

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We are

• Passionate people doing purposeful and sustainable work that helps shape our communities and the future.

• A collaborative team that thrives on challenges and unconventional thinking.

• A network of experts channeling our curiosity into creating solutions for complex issues.

Inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion, we work with passion and purpose.

Working with Us

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Our Hybrid Working Module

With us, you can operate in a flexible, agile, yet structured work environment and follow a Hybrid Work Model.

• Maximize collaboration.

• Maintain product quality and cultural integrity.

• Balance community, collaboration, opportunity, productivity, and efficiency.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize a safe work environment. Health, safety, and wellbeing are integral to our culture, with each of us accountable for fostering a safe workplace through our “Making Health and Safety Personal” initiative. Our Zero Harm Vision drives us to reduce risks through innovative solutions, earning recognition for our global health and safety practices with the prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for six consecutive years.

Inclusivity and Diversity

WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength - Our People -feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status, or cultural background.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of over 73,300 talented global professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Together, we can make a difference in communities both near and far.

With us, you can.

The Opportunity

In this role, you’ll have the chance to develop your capability in evaluating, planning, and overseeing mine‑related construction and assessment activities. You’ll gain broad exposure across geotechnical investigations, design support, project planning, and client engagement—building a strong foundation for your engineering career.

What You’ll Do

You’ll contribute to a wide variety of projects through activities such as:

Field & Technical Work

• Conduct geotechnical desktop and field investigations
• Manage fieldwork operations while ensuring safety and collecting high‑quality data
• Undertake site‑based QA/QC activities and monitor construction activities

Design, Reporting & Project Support

• Prepare technical deliverables, specifications, and proposals under supervision
• Assist in project planning and coordination with clients and contractors
• Apply engineering methods to solve real‑world challenges

Professional Growth & Collaboration

• Participate in mentoring programs and company development initiatives
• Work closely with engineers across the wider WSP business
• Contribute to improved client satisfaction and project outcomes

We're looking for someone with:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Geotechnical, or related)

• 12+ years’ experience in Geo-Environmental Engineering

• Developing skills in report writing, cost estimation, and proposal preparation

• Willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow your capability

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively

• A collaborative mindset and commitment to “Best for WSP” outcomes

• Understanding of SHEQ requirements and safety‑first values

• Membership in Engineers Australia or participation in a Professional Development Program is highly regarded.

Why WSP?

At WSP, you’ll have the chance to work with leading experts while receiving the guidance and mentorship needed to accelerate your development. We offer:

• Hands‑on field experience and diverse project exposure

• A supportive culture focused on learning and growth

• Opportunities to work collaboratively across multiple disciplines

• Structured development programs and mentoring

• A workplace that values flexibility, safety, and professional excellence

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

With us, you can.

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third‑party agency appointed by WSP India.

• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.