Geotechnical Engineer

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WSP is one of the world’s top professional services firms, bringing together some of the brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe. We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. We see the world through a Future Ready lens, fuelled by a shared commitment to making a positive impact—one project and community at a time.

Geotechnical Engineer, Wellington

With a strong pipeline of RONS projects, WSP is seeking a talented Geotechnical Engineer to join our high-performing Ground Engineering team in Wellington. This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects in the Water, Transport, and Infrastructure sectors, contributing to solutions that shape communities and the environment.

About You

• A tertiary qualification in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering. Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a specialisation in Geotechnical Engineering (strongly preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of consultancy experience.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status or actively working towards it.
• Strong knowledge of ground investigations, laboratory testing, and data interpretation.
• Relevant experience in designing slope stabilisation solutions, retaining walls, and foundations (shallow and deep). Understanding of soil-structure interaction, seepage analysis, experience in ground improvement design and numerical modelling is a plus.
• Proficiency in relevant geotechnical analysis and design software.
• Exceptional technical writing ability for reports and proposals.
• Ability to oversee and manage geotechnical aspects during construction, ensuring compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively, foster team spirit, and contribute to a positive office environment.

We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,000+ expert professionals in 24 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 75,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

We will review applications as they come in, so if this opportunity sounds like you, don’t wait to apply!

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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. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional 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. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

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Please Note

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. 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. 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).

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. Full details here .