Civil / Geotechnical Engineering

This OpportunityWSP is seeking a Lead Geotechnical Engineer to support and grow our Geohazards and Geotechnical Engineering practice based in Lakewood, Colorado. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys combining strong technical geotechnical fundamentals with applied problem-solving on complex sites.You will work on a diverse mix of projects that include geohazard assessment and mitigation, as well as more conventional geotechnical engineering for transportation, mining, energy, and other infrastructure projects. The role offers the opportunity to take on increasing technical leadership, support project delivery, manage projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate closely with senior technical leaders across the region.This position is well-suited for someone who wants to remain hands-on technically, while also helping shape project approaches and supporting the growth of the geohazards/geotechnical practice.Your ImpactProvide geotechnical engineering expertise on projects involving transportation corridors, infrastructure, mining, energy, and natural hazard mitigation.Plan and oversee geotechnical field investigations, including drilling programs, test pits, instrumentation installation, and geophysical surveys.Perform and review geotechnical analyses such as slope stability, earth retention, shallow and deep foundation design, settlement analysis, and rock mechanics.Support other project managers with scope development, task planning, schedules, and budgets, commensurate with experience level.Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and field staff.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interface with clients, agencies, and contractors.Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and professional integrity in all project work.Who You AreRequired Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering (geotechnical focus), or a closely related discipline.Approximately 7+ years of relevant post-graduate experience in geotechnical engineering, with increasing responsibility for technical work.Solid technical foundation in soil and rock mechanics, geotechnical analysis, and engineering judgment.Experience working on field investigations, data interpretation, and development of engineering recommendations.Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative project team.Preferred Qualifications:Master’s Degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering.Experience with geohazard-related projects such as rockfall, landslides, debris flows, avalanche, or embankment failures.Familiarity with discipline-specific software (e.g., GeoStudio, Rocscience, gINT, Open Ground, LPILE, GIS, Civil 3D).WSP Benefits:WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid vacation (or other personal time); Compensation:Expected Salary (Colorado only): $98,300 - $175,230WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.#