Assistant Geotechnical Engineer

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. To find out more about our Mining business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Sustainable Mining Solutions | WSP We are looking for Assistant Geotechnical Engineers or Assistant Engineering Geologists to join our existing team in Leeds/Newcastle/London A little more about your role… The production of professional and technically competent reports and liaison with specialists and clients, Preparing ground models and design parameters Analysis of slopes, walls, foundations, and other geotechnical structures or assessment of geological hazards Undertake and review geotechnical analyses for underground structures including load assessments, ground-structure interaction modelling, and design of temporary and permanent support systems. Collaborate with structural teams to intergrade ground behaviour considerations into structural solutions Providing support in all aspects of project delivery including client liaison and co-ordinating with colleagues from other disciplines. Site based work supervising ground investigation and construction for UK and International mine projects and provide technical input during tunnelling and shaft sinking operations Promote health, safety, and equality in all aspects of work, adhering to company policies and values. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate… Degree-qualified in an industry relevant subject. A fundamental appreciation of ground risk and site investigation. A good grasp of basic soil mechanics and engineering principles. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to generate high quality reports and design deliverables. Familiarity with tunnelling methods (e.g., TBM, NATM, SCL) and shaft sinking techniques. Knowledge in geotechnical analysis software (e.g. Plaxis, Rocscience , or similar) Ambition to progress towards chartered status Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. At WSP, we're interested in you, your experience, your potential and the way you think. AI can be a useful tool to support your application and preparation, and our guidance explains how you can use it responsibly throughout our recruitment process. UK Policies | WSP #LI-JC3