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WSP USA | halifax regional municipality, Canada | Posted June 27, 2026
Position Overview
Elevate your career as a Lead Geotechnical Engineer at WSP, specializing in dam engineering for sustainable hydropower projects. Work with a dedicated team to implement innovative solutions.
Fulfilling a senior engineer role, you will oversee the design and safety evaluation of earthfill structures while mentoring junior staff. Your input will be pivotal in project management and preparing strategic proposals that influence the growth of our business unit. Collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary setting to ensure project success.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead design efforts for retaining earth structures
• Conduct dam inspections and risk assessments
• Act as Project Manager for major initiatives
• Mentor and guide engineers and technicians
• Ensure quality control via design review processes
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in civil or geological engineering
• Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering as an asset
• Extensive experience with da...