Lead Geotechnical Engineer, Mine Waste
WSP USA - Tampa, FL
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This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Geotechnical Engineer for the Mine Waste East Team in Florida. The following locations will also be considered: Tampa, FL or Jacksonville, FL. This individual would be involved in projects with our US Mine Waste Team and be a part of a growing organization that is uniquely positioned to solve our clientu2019s most challenging projects. In this role you will have the opportunity to work as a part of a regional team on challenging mining, heavy civil, and geotechnical projects. Your Impact + Working within our Mine Waste team on civil and geotechnical engineering projects for the mining industry + Performing engineering tasks such as: + Geotechnical field investigations + Site and material characterization + Design of tailing storage facilities including grading, storage capacity, and construction quantity evaluations + Slope stability, seepage, consolidation, liner system, and deformation analyses to support facility designs + Surface water management analysis and facility designs + Preparing 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, project schedules, and cost estimates + Working on domestic and international assignments + Working with and leading multi-disciplinary project teams + Supporting technical proposals and design work package in response to client needs + Managing the work of entry-level engineers + Comply with company and client safety guidelines and site-specific procedures + Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs). + Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects. + Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSPu2019s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. + Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications + Bacheloru2019s degree in engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience). + 10 to 15 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior civil design experience. + Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution. + Strong analytical skills including the ability to complete engineering calculations and analyses. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Have relevant experience in conducting and/or managing engineering tasks such as: + Geotechnical field investigations, + Site and material characterization, + Design of facilities including grading, storage capacity, and construction quantity evaluations, + Slope stability analysis, + Seepage modeling, + Deformation analyses to support facility designs, and + Surface water management analysis + Familiarity with discipline-specific analysis and design software (i.e., SEEP/W, SLOPE/W, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.). + Professional Engineering license required or ability to get within one year of joining WSP. + Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. + Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment. + Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies. + Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools. + Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including scoping, and tracking hours and expenses for project work commensurate with years of experience. + Ability to work both independently and on teams. + Comfortable working in remote settings + Ability and willingness to travel. + Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSPu2019s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. + Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. + Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. Preferred Qualifications: + Masteru2019s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering, or an equivalent field of study + Professional Engineer License #LI-MC2 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. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employeeu2019s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation u2013 no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
Created: 2026-03-09