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WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer - Mine Tailings Management

Geotechnical EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time$84k - $113.1k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, geological engineering, mining engineering, or a relevant discipline, with a strong interest in mining geotechnics.
  • Be a member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ), or be eligible to become one in the near term.
  • Intermediate experience in geotechnics applied to the mining sector, mine tailings management, embankment dams, or major earthworks.
  • Experience planning and supervising geotechnical investigations in the field and laboratory, and interpreting their results to guide design.
  • Ability to perform geotechnical numerical analyses and modeling and use specialized tools to support recommendations.
  • Comfort working in the field in a mining context, visiting sites, and conducting inspections while rigorously complying with health and safety requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare quality technical deliverables, including reports, calculation notes, and memoranda, and explain complex concepts to clients and partners.
  • Team-oriented, responsible, and committed to contributing to sustainable mining development while considering communities and the environment.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the geotechnical design of mine tailings facilities, dikes, waste rock piles, and other mining infrastructure by proposing robust, safe, and sustainable solutions.
  • Participate in planning and managing geotechnical investigation programs of varying complexity and scale, including drilling, in-situ testing, and laboratory testing.
  • Perform geotechnical numerical analyses and modeling to support optimization of mining structure designs, including stability, performance, and long-term behavior.
  • Visit mine sites and inspect tailings facilities, identify geotechnical risks, and formulate practical recommendations for operations.
  • Collaborate on studies integrating geotechnical, hydrological, hydrogeological, geochemical, and environmental components with WSP's internal teams.
  • Write clear, structured, data-focused technical reports to support client decision-making and regulatory compliance.
  • Provide technical assistance to operating mining companies to optimize processes, improve structure performance, and reduce geotechnical risks.
  • Mentor junior engineers on engineering work and field activities, supporting knowledge transfer and good practices.
  • Contribute to business development in Abitibi by strengthening relationships with existing clients and supporting the preparation of technical proposals.

About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1959

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