This is your opportunity to shape the future of mine waste engineering. As a Principal Engineer, you’ll guide large‑scale, technically complex projects, champion innovation across tailings and mine waste initiatives, and help define the next chapter of WSP’s Mining practice across You’ll collaborate with global experts while influencing how communities manage environmental risk, long‑term closure, and responsible resource development.

Lead major tailings and mine waste engineering programs that directly influence safety, sustainability, and regulatory confidence.

Develop innovative approaches to mine waste design, deposition planning, and long‑term closure.

Provide strategic technical direction for multidisciplinary project teams across Western Canada.

Guide technical reviews, sign‑off, and governance for high‑profile tailings facilities.

Mentor emerging engineers and foster a culture of curiosity, capability, and technical excellence.

Drive continuous improvement in risk mitigation, ESG‑aligned solutions, and operational efficiency.

15+ years of progressive experience in tailings, mine waste, or geotechnical engineering.

Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Geological, Geotechnical, Mining, or related Engineering discipline.

registration, with recognized technical authority in mine waste engineering.

Demonstrated success delivering complex, high‑risk, and large‑scale mining projects.

Strategic mindset with the ability to lead client portfolios and shape long‑term technical direction.

Proven experience in tailings design, water balance, risk evaluations, and closure planning.

Ability to mentor teams and build technical depth across regional and national practice groups.

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.

Whether it’s across the country or around the globe,



we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.

Adaptable work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

177,600 – $244,600NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next.

As one of the world’s leading skilled services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Given the importance of keeping one another safe 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. 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).

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.

📌 Principal Engineer - Tailings & Mine Waste (Calgary)
🏢 WSP in Canada
📍 Calgary