Geotechnical Engineer — Hybrid Field & Office

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

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support field programs, analyses, and project delivery. The role blends field and office work across geohazards and traditional geotechnical projects for infrastructure.

You will grow technically and develop leadership skills in a collaborative team. Ideal candidates have 3–7 years of geotechnical experience, strong soil/rock mechanics knowledge, and proficiency with field investigations and calculations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Geotechnical fundamentals

Soil mechanics

Field investigations

Engineering calculations

Written communication

Remote work capable

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

GeoStudio

Rocscience

gINT

OpenGround

BoreDM

GIS

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to support field programs, analyses, and project delivery. The role blends field and office work across geohazards and traditional geotechnical projects for infrastructure.

You will grow technically and develop leadership skills in a collaborative team. Ideal candidates have 3–7 years of geotechnical experience, strong soil/rock mechanics knowledge, and proficiency with field investigations and calculations.