Early Career Geotechnical Engineer
WSPTucson, Arizona, United States
Posted March 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms.
Job Description
WSP is seeking an Early Career Geotechnical Engineer to work out of our Tucson, AZ office. This role involves assisting with geotechnical engineering assistance for infrastructure projects and systems, and ensuring that responsibilities are delivered with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
- 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience
- Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
- Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.
- Familiarity with relevant remediation, permitting, improvement and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
- Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS).
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s 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.
Benefits
- Flexible and agile workplace model
- Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings
- Health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career