Expert Principal Engineer for Tailings Design and Closure Planning

WSP in Canada • calgary, ab, Canada • Posted June 09, 2026

Location calgary, ab
Job Type Full-time
Category Engineering
Posted June 09, 2026
Become a leader in mine waste engineering as a Principal Engineer. Manage complex projects, develop innovative solutions, and collaborate with experts globally while focusing on sustainability.

As a key member of the engineering team, you will shape strategies for safe and effective tailings and mine waste management. Your role involves guiding technical teams, mentoring engineers, and contributing thought leadership to industry standards. This position plays a crucial role in enhancing the market's confidence in resource management practices while ensuring effective closure planning.

Key Responsibilities: • Lead engineering initiatives for mine waste projects • Design innovative deposition and closure strategies • Provide technical direction across multidisciplinary teams • Enhance client partnerships and market positioning • Mentor junior engineers and foster technical excellence

Requirements: • 15+ years in tailings, mine waste, or related engineering • Ad...

Interested in this role?

Click the button below to start your application.

Apply Now