Lead Geotechnical Engineer

WSP is seeking a Lead Geotechnical Engineer to support and grow our Geohazards and Geotechnical Engineering practice based in Lakewood, Colorado. This role involves a diverse mix of projects including geohazard assessment and mitigation, as well as more conventional geotechnical engineering for transportation, mining, energy, and other infrastructure projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering (geotechnical focus), or a closely related discipline.
• Approximately 7+ years of relevant post-graduate experience in geotechnical engineering, with increasing responsibility for technical work.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado or the ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Solid technical foundation in soil and rock mechanics, geotechnical analysis, and engineering judgment.
• Experience working on field investigations, data interpretation, and development of engineering recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative project team.

Benefits

• coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings