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Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Hydro & DamsWSP Canada • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Hydro & Dams

Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Hydro & Dams

WSP Canada • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Shape the future of sustainable hydropower infrastructure.

Experiencing steady growth in the renewable energy market in Québec and across Canada, WSP's Energy - Hydropower and Dams team is looking to strengthen its geotechnical group specialized in dam engineering.

You will join a highly specialized multidisciplinary team bringing together experts in geotechnical, civil, hydraulic, structural, mechanical, electrical, and hydrometry disciplines, working in close collaboration on large-scale public and private projects.

Your Impact
  • Act as a senior engineer for:
    • The design of retaining earth structures (at various stage of the engineering process);
    • inspections of earthfill retaining structures.
    • Plans and technical specifications preparation.
    • Technical support during construction;
    • Risk assessment and dam safety review
  • Act as Project Manager or Discipline Lead for major project within the group;
  • Mentor and support engineers and technicians within your technical discipline and contribute to their professional development.
  • Participate in quality control of deliverables, including design review meetings and multidisciplinary coordination meetings.
  • Contribute to the preparation of proposals and to the development of the business unit.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, geological engineering, or another relevant discipline;
  • Master's degree, with a specialisation in geotechnical engineering, an asset
  • Strong experience in the design of earthfill dams and retention structures;
  • Strong experience in dam inspections and dam safety evaluation studies;
  • Experience in multidisciplinary project in a discipline lead role;
  • Experience in project management;
  • Leadership, initiative, attention to detail, and strong teamwork skills;
  • Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams;
  • Strong analytical, structured, and critical thinking skills;
  • Autonomy, dynamism, and a solution-oriented mindset.

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
  • A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we'll 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: $104,100 - $138,000
MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 - $124,900

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 with WSP

Bring your expertise where it matters most. At WSP, your work helps protect communities, advance sustainable energy, and shape resilient infrastructure for generations to come.

#LI-HybridChez WSP, notre raison d'être est de façonner nos communautés pour faire progresser l'humanité.

C'est pourquoi nous rassemblons des personnes animées par la résolution de défis complexes - des ingénieur•e•s, des scientifiques, des conseiller•ère•s et des expert•e•s techniques guidé•e•s par une passion commune : redéfinir ce qui est possible et imaginer ce qui vient ensuite. Nous sommes des Visionniers et Visionnières.

En tant que l'une des plus importantes firmes de services professionnels au monde, nous collaborons avec la clientèle dans les secteurs du transport, des infrastructures, de l'environnement, du bâtiment, de l'énergie, de l'eau, ainsi que des mines et métaux. Nous allions une connaissance approfondie des réalités locales à une perspective globale pour créer des solutions qui laissent une empreinte positive et durable.

Chez WSP, vous joindrez une communauté d'esprits brillants qui repoussent les limites chaque jour - grâce à leur expertise, leur créativité et leur volonté d'innover pour bâtir un avenir plus résilient et interconnecté. Ici, vos idées sont valorisées, votre développement est soutenu, et vous êtes encouragé•e à être pleinement vous-même. Nous donnons à notre personnel les moyens de collaborer entre disciplines, de remettre en question le statu quo et de façonner une carrière porteuse de sens.

Joignez-vous à nous.

Veuillez noter :

La santé et la sécurité sont des valeurs fondamentales et primordiales chez WSP. Compte tenu de l'importance de veiller les un•e•s sur les autres, il est attendu que vous respectiez en tout temps notre politique de Santé, sécurité et environnement (SSE), ainsi que les politiques SSE de la clientèle lorsque vous travaillez sur ses sites. Tous les détails ici .

Certaines fonctions critiques pour la sécurité comprennent du travail sur le terrain et peuvent impliquer des activités dans divers environnements, notamment dans des zones éloignées ou isolées, en travaillant seul•e ou par temps inclément (dans des conditions sécuritaires et raisonnables).

WSP accueille et encourage les candidatures de personnes en situation de handicap. Des mesures d'adaptation sont offertes sur demande pour toute personne participant à l'ensemble du processus de sélection.

WSP adhère aux principes d'équité en emploi. Seules les personnes retenues seront contactées.

WSP n'accepte pas les candidatures non sollicitées provenant d'agences de recrutement. Tous les détails ici .
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