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Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training - WhitehorseWSP Canada • Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada
Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training - Whitehorse

Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training - Whitehorse

WSP Canada • Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.
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 Build the Future with Us
Join WSP as an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer in our Ground Engineering and Materials team based in Whitehorse, YT. This role blends hands-on fieldwork with office-based analysis and design, supporting a diverse portfolio of geotechnical projects across the Yukon and northern British Columbia. You'll collaborate with technical experts, contribute to major northern infrastructure initiatives, and play a key role in advancing our regional project delivery.

Why Choose Whitehorse?
Experience the North at its best.

Whitehorse offers a unique blend of adventure, community, and opportunity, set against the backdrop of Yukon's spectacular landscapes. With easy access to mountains, rivers, and vast wilderness, outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, mountain biking, fishing, and paddling are part of everyday life.
  • Strong sense of community and northern pride
  • Unmatched access to remote and meaningful project work
  • Dynamic, growing hub for northern infrastructure and resource development
  • Home to Yukon University, Canada's first university in the North, supporting research, innovation, and education tailored to northern communities
  • Gateway to Yukon and northern Canada

Whitehorse combines a high quality of life with the opportunity to work on impactful projects that truly shape northern communities. With fewer barriers and greater responsibility, professionals often gain broader, more hands-on experience earlier in their careers.

WSP further supports northern careers through our Northern Living Allowance, making Whitehorse a rewarding and distinctive place to live, work, and grow.

Your Impact
  • Lead and participate in field programs including borehole drilling, test pitting, in situ testing, instrumentation installation, and construction monitoring.
  • Analyze geotechnical and geological data to develop recommendations for foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, pavements, and slope stability.
  • Prepare clear, defensible technical reports such as investigations, design briefs, and construction documentation.
  • Provide geotechnical input to multidisciplinary teams and support innovative, data-driven solutions.
  • Mentor junior staff in field methods, analysis techniques, and safety practices.
  • Build strong client relationships through responsive, reliable engineering advice.
  • Support quality assurance processes, project coordination, and continuous improvement in geotechnical practice.

The Skills That Set You Apart
    • Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus.

    • Registration as an EIT in Canada , with relevant Canadian consulting experience.

    • Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Geotechnical or Geological Engineer-in-training.

    • Valid Canadian driver's license.


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 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.

#WeAreWSP
Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 - $ 102,500
MB & ON: $70,600 - $97,200
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $69,900 - $92,900

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?
Make your mark with WSP.
Join a global team that turns complex challenges into sustainable solutions.
Apply today and start redefining what's possible.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .
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