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WSP USA Geotechnical Engineer (CQA) in Charlotte, North Carolina
Our Business
We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
This Opportunity
WSP is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Charlotte, NC . The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of civil / geotechnical engineering projects with a focus on construction quality assurance (CQA), foundation engineering, site characterization, slope stability, natural hazards assessment and geotechnical engineering for energy and transportation projects.
Your Impact
Will assist in writing record of construction reports (as-built reports) for landfills and pond closures
Geotechnical investigation, design and construction quality assurance of utility projects such as tailings storage facilities, heap leach pads, foundations and other infrastructure
Design calculations such as slope stability evaluation and settlement - Assist preparing technical reports
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
BS degree in Civil Engineering, (Geotechnical empahsis and MS degree a plus)
5 years + professional experience
Construction materials testing experience
Good writing and communication skills
Ability and willingness to travel
Must pass background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy
Preferred Qualifications
Experience preparing record of construction reports for heap leach facilities and tailings storage facilities
Civil 3D experience
CQA field experience for earthworks and geomembrane installation
GCI-ICP certified inspector
Professional Engineer, (PE) license
Bilingual in Spanish
Physical Demands
Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to work
Ability to stoop, kneel and to routinely lift and carry 50 pounds
Clean driving record and capable of being insured for driving company vehicles
Able to work in variable outside conditions, including extreme heat or cold
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.