Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on May 9, 2026. WSP scores B on the Alion truth index.
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.
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The Opportunity
Build the Future With Us
This is your chance to shape the foundations of communities across Northern BC and Yukon. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, based in our Whitehorse, YT office. You’ll work on impactful, large-scale infrastructure, transportation, industrial, and natural resource projects in some of Canada’s most technically exciting environments. From supporting northern development to collaborating closely with First Nations partners and government stakeholders, your expertise will directly influence resilient, sustainable infrastructure in remote and growing regions.
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
- Deliver geotechnical studies, analyses, and engineering reports that guide safe, sustainable project decisions across diverse northern terrains.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop geotechnical solutions for highways, bridges, buildings, dams, industrial facilities, tunnelling, and more.
- Lead geotechnical investigation programs, including scoping, bid documents, contractor evaluations, and technical oversight throughout project delivery.
- Assess complex geotechnical challenges such as settlement, liquefaction, slope stability, frost effects, and groundwater behaviour-bringing forward clear, data-driven recommendations.
- Support field programs including boreholes, CPTs, test pits, piezocone soundings, embankment construction, subgrade assessments, and geosynthetics installation.
- Share knowledge across WSP’s national network, contributing to innovative approaches and best practices in geotechnical engineering.
- Contribute to a culture of safety, inclusion, and technical excellence while mentoring junior team members and supporting project delivery across the region.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- You hold a B.Sc. in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus, and you are already registered as a P.Eng. in Canada, with eligibility for registration with EGBC.
- You bring 6+ years of hands-on geotechnical consulting experience in Canada, with a strong foundation in applied geomechanics and soil/rock behaviour.
- You have experience navigating real-world challenges in northern or remote project environments and thrive in both office and field settings.
- You’re fluent with geotechnical modelling suites such as GeoStudio, Rocscience, or similar tools, and you apply strong engineering judgment when interpreting outputs.
- You have a proven track record of delivering projects on time and on budget, balancing technical rigor with practical solutions.
- You bring initiative, curiosity, and a self-directed mindset-paired with a valid Canadian driver’s license.
Why Choose WSP?
We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. Proudly Canadian - We are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026, with deep roots and a strong presence across the North.
- A global community of brilliant minds - Your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here - Whether across the country or around the globe, we help you shape a career aligned with your ambition.
- Flexible work, real balance - We encourage you to prioritize balance in your life, and we support you both on and off the job.
- Northern BC and Yukon incentive: WSP offers a Northern Living Allowance in our Whitehorse office.
Compensation
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 - $138,000
- MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800
- NB, NL, NS, PE & 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.
Make Your Mark with WSP
If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step toward shaping the future of northern communities.