Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Tunneling & Field Leader

WSP USA; North Providence (RI); On-site; USD 107,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join the Geotechnical and Tunneling Team. The role involves performing field observations, geotechnical design analyses for diverse structures, and preparing technical reports across New England and beyond.

Candidates should have a Civil Engineering degree with geotechnical focus and 5–7 years of experience, strong communication, and proficiency with industry software. Office locations include North Providence, RI, among others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with geotechnical or tunneling concentration.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GeoSlope, Plaxis, Settle, LPILE, GROUP, GRLWEAP, SEEP/W, RockSciences.

Responsibilities

• Perform/coordinate field observation and subsurface investigations.
• Design geotechnical analyses for bridges, buildings, tunnels, and retaining walls.
• Prepare geotechnical memoranda, data reports and design reports.
• Coordinate geotechnical construction observations and inspections.
• Assist in reports and contract documents preparation.
• Collaborate with disciplines and project partners.
• Help develop geotechnical work across New England and additional areas.
• Maintain data quality and reporting standards.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical or Tunneling)

Master's degree in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GeoSlope

Plaxis

Settle

LPILE

GROUP

GRLWEAP

SEEP/W

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join the Geotechnical and Tunneling Team. The role involves performing field observations, geotechnical design analyses for diverse structures, and preparing technical reports across New England and beyond.

Candidates should have a Civil Engineering degree with geotechnical focus and 5–7 years of experience, strong communication, and proficiency with industry software. Office locations include North Providence, RI, among others.