Senior Engineer - Tunnels

Senior Engineer - Tunnels

Join our team as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Underground Structures and play a crucial role in shaping some of Canada’s largest mining, tunneling, energy, and infrastructure projects. Apply today and become part of our team.

Location

Québec or Montréal

Job Summary

We are looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in the design and oversight of underground structure projects for major civil works. The candidate will join the Québec Mining Stability team and occasionally collaborate on mining projects, while focusing primarily on civil infrastructure (tramway, metro, technical galleries, etc.). You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior and intermediate team members, and work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, high‑quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise geotechnical design studies for underground structures (tunnels, galleries, retaining systems).
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure technical quality of deliverables.
• Participate in geotechnical risk management, contracting, and regulatory compliance.
• Define geological, geotechnical, and hydrogeological parameters for design.
• Prepare detailed technical deliverables (geotechnical conditions, GBR, calculation notes, plans, and specifications).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (structures, environment, hydrogeology, electromechanics, etc.).
• Contribute to innovation and optimization in underground structure design projects across Canada.

Desired Profile

Conditions

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Professional Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at WSP in Canada by 2x

#J-18808-Ljbffr