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Senior Geotechnical Engineer

WSP
full-time
Boston, MA
Posted 3/26/2026
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Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Geotechnical and Tunneling Team!

This position can sit out of the following WSP offices:

• Boston, MA

• North Providence, RI

• Glastonbury, CT

• Worcester, MA

• Shelton, CT

• Merrimack, NH

• Other WSP offices throughout New England can be considered.

Job Duties

• Perform/coordinate field observation and special inspection of subsurface investigations in soils and rock

• Perform geotechnical engineering design and analyses for bridges, buildings, tunnels, underground structures, and retaining walls under minimal supervision of senior engineers

• Prepare/draft geotechnical memoranda, data reports and design reports

• Perform/coordinate field observation and special Inspection of geotechnical construction

• Assist task leaders in preparation of reports and Contract Documents

• Collaborate with other disciplines and project partners

• Assist to develop and coordinate geotechnical work in New England and other areas

• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, soil/water/sludge/rock samples, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, hydrologic analysis, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.

• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis of rock and soil environmental data, and reporting.

• Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, soil/water/sludge/rock samples, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, hydrologic analysis, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.

• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis of rock and soil environmental data, and reporting.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Civil Engineering with a concentration in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering, or a closely-related field

• 5 to 7 years of relevant experience

• Extensive knowledge of geotechnical engineering and working knowledge of related disciplines (Structures, Civil, and/or Environmental)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GeoSlope, Plaxis, Settle, LPILE, GROUP, GRLWEAP, SEEP/W, RockSciences Software, etc), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and other tools.

• Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in work environment

• Ability and willingness to travel and perform field work

• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening

• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

• Upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Geotechnical or Tunneling Engineering.

• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.

• Prior design and/or construction experience of highway, bridge, building, and underground projects.

• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards

• Experience managing small to mid-size projects.

• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120).

• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.

• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

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