Job Description

The Opportunity

As an Early Professional in Geotechnical Engineering, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects across Vancouver Island and British Columbia. You’ll support investigations, field programs, and geotechnical assessments that shape the infrastructure, communities, and environments around us. Working alongside experienced geotechnical engineers, you will build hands‑on expertise in both field and analytical work—gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of geotechnical design.

Your Impact

- Deliver field and office‑based geotechnical services that support a wide range of infrastructure and development projects.
- Carry out field testing programs including in‑situ density testing, materials testing, and construction monitoring.
- Complete construction site reconnaissance, inspections, and observations to verify geotechnical conditions.
- Lead or assist with subsurface investigation programs, including layout, drill rig supervision, borehole/test pit logging, soil and groundwater sampling, and site sketching.
- Apply geotechnical software and specialized equipment to prepare analyses, visualizations, and technical deliverables.
- Summarize findings from investigations and laboratory testing to support internal design discussions and client‑facing reports.

The Skills That Set You Apart

- A degree in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering—or equivalent education/experience.
- Registration or eligibility for Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) status with EGBC.




- A passion for fieldwork, and the ability to work independently in dynamic project environments.
- Experience or exposure to active construction sites and geotechnical field programs (an asset).
- Strong foundational skills in geotechnical logging, soil characterization, and site documentation.
- Proficiency with MS Office and a valid driver’s license with a clean abstract.

Compensation

- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66,700 – $88,400
- MB & ON: $60,900 – $83,800
- NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $60,300 – $80,000

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.

Health and Safety

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another protected it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

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📌 Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training (Victoria)
🏢 WSP in Canada
📍 Victoria