Senior Geotechnical Engineer

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

• Undertaking and leading all facets of geotechnical investigation and design projects 
• Mentor and guide junior team members fostering their professional development 
• Develop strong client relationships contributing to their long term success 

WSP’s Geotechnical business consists of geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists who are involved in investigation, design and construction phase services for transport, water, mining, defence, energy and property projects across Australia.  

We are currently looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our South Australian Geotechnical and Tunnels team and play a pivotal role in developing and delivering innovative projects for our broad client base.  

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer you’ll: 

• Lead geotechnical investigations with strong technical oversight. 
• Prepare geotechnical reports and provide design input 
• Mentor junior engineers and support their professional growth. 
• Contribute to and/or lead proposals and tenders 
• Build trusted client relationships and deliver smart, value‑driven solutions. 
• Identify and manage project risks across technical and contractual areas. 
• Produce clear, high‑quality technical reports and recommendations. 
• Be based in our Adelaide office with flexibility and occasional travel, including remote and interstate opportunities 

 What you’ll bring: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Geotechnical, or closely related discipline) or equivalent qualification.  
• 5+ years’ experience in geotechnical investigation, reporting and design 
• Strong communication skills and confidence in client‑facing roles. 
• Experience mentoring junior team members. 
• Demonstrated ability to apply modelling software and/or analytical techniques (such as PLAXIS, FLAC, SLIDE, gINT, or similar) to solve complex geotechnical challenges.  

Why WSP? 

Imagine a better future for you, and for us all. 

Joining WSP means becoming part of a global team of over 73,000, united by a shared passion for making a positive impact. 

• Join one of Australia's largest and strongest Geotechnical teams 
• Deliver work that genuinely shapes communities, grounded in WSP’s mission to provide sustainable solutions with deep environmental and social responsibility. 
• Grow in a culture built on collaboration, inclusion, and belonging, where diverse perspectives power innovation and employees feel valued and supported. 
• Enjoy work/life flexibility and strong career pathways, plus global mobility, health and wellbeing programs, and social initiatives. 

Discover more on our https://www.wsp.com/en-au/careers/why-join-us/employee-benefits page. 

With us, you can. Apply today. 

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