Senior Geotechnical Lead Engineer – Tunneling & Infrastructure

WSP in the U.S.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Lead for its Geotechnical and Tunneling Team. The role supports multiple New England offices including Boston, MA, with leadership over design and field projects.

You will oversee cross-functional teams, develop reports, and advance geotechnical analysis for bridges, tunnels, and underground structures while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with geotechnical or tunneling focus is required.
• 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in geotechnical or tunneling projects.
• Engineer license is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency with MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D and geotechnical design software.
• Willingness to travel and work in field.
• Able to pass WSP motor vehicle screening.
• Commitment to safety and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical engineering design and analyses for bridges, buildings, tunnels, and retaining walls.
• Prepare geotechnical memoranda, data reports, and design reports.
• Develop technical reports and presentations explaining concepts and recommendations.
• Coordinate geotechnical work across New England and other areas.
• Manage design and construction aspects of infrastructure projects from inception to completion.
• Incorporate advanced technologies and modeling techniques into designs.
• Oversee cross-functional teams including budgets and resource tracking.
• Review and approve infrastructure design plans for data integrity and compliance.
• Create data visualizations for interpretation of complex findings.
• Stay current with latest geotechnical practices and techniques.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Project management

Education

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

Master's degree in Geotechnical or Tunneling (Preferred)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GeoSlope

Plaxis

Settle

LPILE

GROUP

GRLWEAP

SEEP/W

RockSciences Software

Job description

WSP is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Lead for its Geotechnical and Tunneling Team. The role supports multiple New England offices including Boston, MA, with leadership over design and field projects.

You will oversee cross-functional teams, develop reports, and advance geotechnical analysis for bridges, tunnels, and underground structures while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.