Experienced Geotechnical Engineer

WSP Global Inc.; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geohazards and Geotechnical Engineering team. The role blends field work with office analysis, supporting subsurface exploration, design, and project delivery for transportation, mining, and energy projects.

You will grow technically, lead field activities, and contribute to complex geotechnical reports. Ideal candidates have 3–7 years of experience, a geotechnical degree, knowledge of soil/rock mechanics, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geotechnical, geological, or civil engineering with geotechnical emphasis.
• Approximately 3–7 years of post-graduate geotechnical/geological experience.
• Working knowledge of soil and rock mechanics and geotechnical design concepts.
• Experience supporting field investigations and engineering calculations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively while working remotely part of the time.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field programs, including subcontractors, safety compliance, and data quality.
• Assist with subsurface exploration programs including drilling, logging, sampling, and instrumentation installation.
• Perform geotechnical analyses such as slope stability, foundation design, retaining walls, and earthwork evaluations.
• Support geohazard assessments including rockfall, landslide, and embankment evaluations under guidance.
• Prepare calculations, figures, tables, and draft sections of technical reports.
• Participate in project team meetings and collaborate with engineers, geologists, and other disciplines.
• Support construction-phase services such as observation and data review.
• Uphold safety, quality, and ethical practice.

Skills

Geotechnical field investigations

Project coordination

Written and verbal communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related

Tools

GeoStudio

Rocscience

gINT

OpenGround

BoreDM

GIS

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geohazards and Geotechnical Engineering team in Tucson, Arizona. This role is ideal for an engineer with solid geotechnical fundamentals who is ready to take on increased responsibility supporting field programs, technical analyses, and project delivery.

You will work on a mix of geohazard-focused projects and more traditional geotechnical engineering assignments for transportation, mining, oil and gas, and other infrastructure projects. The position offers strong opportunities to grow technically, gain exposure to complex projects, and develop project coordination and field leadership skills.

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys both field and office work, values mentorship, and wants to continue building a well-rounded geotechnical skill set.

Your Impact

• Help manage and coordinate field programs, including subcontractors, safety compliance, and data quality.
• Periodically assist with subsurface exploration programs including drilling, test pits, logging, sampling, and instrumentation installation for geotechnical and geohazard projects.
• Perform geotechnical analyses such as slope stability, shallow and deep foundation design, retaining walls, settlement, and earthwork evaluations.
• Assist with geohazard assessments including rockfall, debris flow, landslide, and embankment evaluations under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Prepare calculations, figures, tables, and draft sections of technical reports and memoranda.
• Participate in project team meetings and collaborate with engineers, geologists, and other disciplines.
• Support construction-phase services such as observation, documentation, and data review.
• Uphold WSP’s commitment to safety, quality, and ethical practice.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering (with a geotechnical emphasis), or a closely related discipline.
• Approximately 3 to 7 years of relevant post-graduate experience in geotechnical or geological engineering.
• Working knowledge of soil and rock mechanics and basic geotechnical design concepts.
• Experience supporting geotechnical field investigations and preparing engineering calculations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be effective while working remotely (part of the time).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering.
• PE licensure in Arizona, or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification with progression toward PE licensure.
• Experience with geohazards, transportation, mining, or energy-related projects.
• Familiarity with geotechnical software and data management tools (e.g., GeoStudio, Rocscience, gINT, OpenGround, BoreDM, GIS).
• Interest in continuing technical development within a geotechnical and geohazards-focused practice.