- Company: WSP
- Location: Huntington, Fairfield County
- Full Time
- Huntington, Fairfield County
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WSP at a glance
wspgroup.com- Founded 1959
- Employees 72800
SEC filings mentioning "WSP": 2,110 — search EDGAR
Federal funding recipient: largest known award $6.9M from the Department of Defense (started Jun 7, 2019) — via USAspending.gov
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73 employees covered under a retirement plan (2025 filing) — via DOL Form 5500 / EFAST2
10,237 Wikipedia views in June 2026 — a rough gauge of public visibility.
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.
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Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
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Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
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- Role Senior Geotechnical Engineer
- Employer WSP
- Location Huntington, Fairfield County
- Type Full Time
- Posted March 29, 2026
- Apply by 2026-08-09
- Country context US
- Overview Full original description on this page (321 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)
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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.
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