Associate Civil/Geotechnical Engineer (Mine Waste)

About the role

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join the Mine Waste team in our Lakewood, CO office (The following locations will be also considered: Anchorage, AK, Madison, WI and St. Louis MO).

Responsibilities

• Working within our mine waste team on civil and geotechnical engineering projects for the mining industry (including Tailings Storage Facilities (TSF), Heap Leach Pads, and Waste Rock facilities) with opportunities to work on projects in other industries.
• Performing engineering tasks such as:
• Geotechnical field investigations and construction monitoring.
• Site and material characterization.
• Facility design including grading, storage capacity, and construction quantity evaluations.
• Slope stability, seepage, consolidation, liner system, and settlement analyses.
• Process fluid management and water balance.
• Surface water management facility design and analysis.
• Reclamation and closure designs.
• Preparing portions of technical reports that document field and laboratory investigations, engineering analyses, and facility designs.
• Assisting with the preparation of project design packages including technical drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Performing domestic and international field assignments.
• Working with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Complying with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Performing additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering or an equivalent field of study.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or the ability to complete the exam within 6 months of start date.
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to complete engineering calculations and analyses.
• Ability to work both independently and on teams.
• Comfortable working in remote settings.
• Participating in and promoting a safety-first culture.
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may differ from the typical workweek.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering or an equivalent field of study.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, GeoStudio, Muk3D, Rocscience/Slide 2D).
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on 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 sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $67,600 - $95,200

Schedule

Not specified

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

Contact Information

www.wsp.com

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