WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Senior Principal Mine Waste Engineer

Geotechnical EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCA$177.6k - CA$244.6k

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Geological, or a related Engineering discipline.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation and eligibility to practice in Ontario.
15+ years of progressive experience in mine waste, tailings engineering, dam safety, or related geotechnical disciplines.
Extensive experience leading the design, assessment, and management of tailings storage facilities, waste rock facilities, heap leach facilities, and water retention structures.
Demonstrated experience serving as Engineer of Record, Independent Technical Reviewer, or providing equivalent senior technical oversight.
Recognized technical expertise in tailings management, geotechnical engineering, and dam safety.
Strong understanding of Canadian and international regulatory frameworks, industry standards, and governance requirements related to mine waste facilities.
Proven success developing strategic client relationships and securing major project opportunities.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring senior technical professionals.
Willingness to travel as required to support clients and projects across Canada and internationally.

Responsibilities

Serve as a senior technical authority for tailings and mine waste facilities, providing strategic guidance throughout the project lifecycle from concept through closure.
Lead and provide oversight on the planning, design, review, and optimization of tailings storage facilities, mine waste facilities, and related infrastructure.
Act as Engineer of Record (EOR), Independent Technical Reviewer, or senior technical advisor on major mining projects.
Advise clients on dam safety, risk management, regulatory compliance, governance frameworks, and industry-leading practices.
Build and maintain executive-level relationships with mining clients, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
Lead major pursuits, strategic proposals, and business development initiatives that contribute to the continued growth of WSP's Mine Waste practice.
Identify emerging market opportunities and help define the long-term strategy and technical direction of the practice.
Provide technical leadership and quality oversight across complex multidisciplinary projects, ensuring excellence in delivery and risk management.
Represent WSP externally through industry conferences, technical committees, professional associations, publications, and thought leadership initiatives.
Mentor senior engineers and technical leaders while fostering succession planning and capability development across the organization.
Collaborate with regional and national leadership teams to strengthen client relationships, expand market presence, and support revenue growth objectives.

Desired Qualifications

Active participation in professional organizations such as CDA, ICOLD, ANCOLD, MAC, or equivalent industry groups is considered a strong asset.
An established record of technical publications, conference presentations, or industry leadership activities is an asset.

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The Opportunity – Shape the Future of Mine Waste Engineering

Join WSP as a Senior Principal Mine Waste Engineer and play a defining role in the growth and technical leadership of one of Canada's premier Mine Waste practices. As a recognized industry expert, you will provide strategic direction and senior technical oversight for some of the most complex tailings and mine waste projects across Canada and internationally.

In this highly visible leadership role, you will influence the future of mine waste management, support critical client decisions, develop long-term client partnerships, and help grow WSP's technical reputation in the mining sector. You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams while mentoring future leaders and advancing industry best practices in tailings stewardship, dam safety, and sustainable mine development.

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Your Impact

Serve as a senior technical authority for tailings and mine waste facilities, providing strategic guidance throughout the project lifecycle from concept through closure.
Lead and provide oversight on the planning, design, review, and optimization of tailings storage facilities, mine waste facilities, and related infrastructure.
Act as Engineer of Record (EOR), Independent Technical Reviewer, or senior technical advisor on major mining projects.
Advise clients on dam safety, risk management, regulatory compliance, governance frameworks, and industry-leading practices.
Build and maintain executive-level relationships with mining clients, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
Lead major pursuits, strategic proposals, and business development initiatives that contribute to the continued growth of WSP's Mine Waste practice.
Identify emerging market opportunities and help define the long-term strategy and technical direction of the practice.
Provide technical leadership and quality oversight across complex multidisciplinary projects, ensuring excellence in delivery and risk management.
Represent WSP externally through industry conferences, technical committees, professional associations, publications, and thought leadership initiatives.
Mentor senior engineers and technical leaders while fostering succession planning and capability development across the organization.
Collaborate with regional and national leadership teams to strengthen client relationships, expand market presence, and support revenue growth objectives.

The Skills That Set You Apart

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Geological, or related Engineering discipline.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation and eligibility to practice in Ontario.
15+ years of progressive experience in mine waste, tailings engineering, dam safety, or related geotechnical disciplines.
Extensive experience leading the design, assessment, and management of tailings storage facilities, waste rock facilities, heap leach facilities, and water retention structures.
Demonstrated experience serving as Engineer of Record, Independent Technical Reviewer, or providing equivalent senior technical oversight.
Recognized technical expertise in tailings management, geotechnical engineering, and dam safety.
Strong understanding of Canadian and international regulatory frameworks, industry standards, and governance requirements related to mine waste facilities.
Proven success developing strategic client relationships and securing major project opportunities.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring senior technical professionals.
Active participation in professional organizations such as CDA, ICOLD, ANCOLD, MAC, or equivalent industry groups is considered a strong asset.
Established record of technical publications, conference presentations, or industry leadership activities is an asset.
Willingness to travel as required to support clients and projects across Canada and internationally.

Why Choose WSP?

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
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• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $194,700 - $257,900
MB & ON: $177,600 - $244,600
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $175,800 - $233,500

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Bring your expertise to a team that’s redefining mine waste engineering across Canada. At WSP, your work will directly contribute to safer, more sustainable mining solutions while opening the door to leadership and EOR pathways.

Apply today and build what’s next—together.

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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