Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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• Direct engineering activities, ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, or other governmental regulations.
• Manage and direct the construction, operations, or maintenance activities at project site.
• Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety or sanitation standards.
• Compute load and grade requirements, water flow rates, or material stress factors to determine design specifications.
• Plan and design transportation or hydraulic systems or structures, using computer-assisted design or drawing tools.
• Provide technical advice to industrial or managerial personnel regarding design, construction, program modifications, or structural repairs.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, or other topographical or geologic data.
• Direct or participate in surveying to lay out installations or establish reference points, grades, or elevations to guide construction.

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Website: wspgroup.com

WSP is a Canadian engineering and professional services consulting firm providing technical and advisory services across the full lifecycle of built and natural environment projects. The company is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and is part of the S&P/TSX 60 and S&P/TSX Composite indices, with annual revenues exceeding C$16 billion in 2024.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

WSP is recruiting a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Geotechnical and Tunneling Team, based in Huntington, Fairfield County. This full-time position offers the opportunity to lead technical investigations and complex projects across our New England region. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical and Tunneling Team at WSP. This role is based in Huntington, Fairfield County, though positions within our broader network of New England offices—including locations in Boston, North Providence, Glastonbury, Worcester, Shelton, Merrimack, and other regional centers—may also be available based on project needs and fit. You will lead technical analysis, field investigations, and engineering solutions that support critical infrastructure development across the region. Responsibilities Perform and coordinate field observations, geotechnical investigations, and special inspections for infrastructure and development projects Lead subsurface exploration programs and direct boring and sampling operations Analyze and interpret geotechnical data, boring logs, and laboratory test results Develop geotechnical reports and engineering recommendations for foundation design and tunneling applications Provide technical oversight and quality assurance during construction and specialty inspection phases Collaborate across disciplines to solve complex ground and foundation engineering challenges Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or equivalent professional standing Substantial experience in geotechnical engineering, foundation design, or tunneling projects Proficiency in subsurface investigation methods, soil mechanics, and geotechnical analysis Demonstrated project leadership and communication skills Familiarity with geotechnical design software and industry-standard analytical tools More About WSP WSP is a leading professional services firm providing engineering and consulting solutions for infrastructure, energy, transportation, water, and development projects. Our Geotechnical and Tunneling Team leverages deep expertise and regional knowledge to advance projects that strengthen communities and support sustainable growth across the Northeast and beyond. Apply Today To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.

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