Location
London, UK

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. We are seeking a Geotechnical / Rock Mechanics Engineer to join our growing UK team. The role will support a diverse portfolio of open pit and underground mining projects, while also contributing to major infrastructure and geoenergy developments in the UK and internationally. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside leading specialists within WSP’s global mining and ground engineering network, delivering technically challenging and high-impact projects across multiple sectors.

The key responsibilities include contributing to the delivery of geotechnical and rock mechanics services for open pit and underground mining projects; undertaking rock mass characterisation, including interpretation of borehole, laboratory, and field data to derive material and discontinuity properties for design; applying rock mass classification systems (Q, RMR, GSI) with statistical analysis and interpretation; developing engineering ground models including 3D geological and structural models using software such as Leapfrog Geo; performing rock mass stability assessments for slopes and underground excavations using empirical, analytical, and numerical approaches; carrying out numerical modelling and analysis using industry-standard tools (Itasca software - FLAC2D, FLAC3D, UDEC, 3DEC, Rocscience suite, etc); participating in fieldwork including geotechnical core logging, site inspections, and rock face mapping during ground investigations; collaborating with WSP’s global mining and ground engineering teams; and travelling within the UK and internationally representing WSP professionally in client-facing roles, presentations, and site assignments.

You will join WSP’s Mine Engineering & Stability (MES) team in the UK, working alongside a multidisciplinary group of experts with strong links to our global mining and ground engineering business. You will collaborate with talented and diverse professionals delivering projects across the mining industry (open pit and underground mines), infrastructure (tunnel and cavern engineering, shaft sinking), and the energy sector (underground gas storage, salt caverns, hydropower, geothermal). Our Mining team helps clients optimise performance, boost profitability, and operate responsibly. We have a comprehensive understanding of the mining industry and current issues including decarbonisation, recognising that future-ready strategies are critical to countering these challenges, capitalising on opportunities, and adding value to businesses.

Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline. Relevant post-degree professional experience in geotechnical and/or rock mechanics engineering. Experience with numerical modelling software, particularly Itasca (FLAC2D/3D, UDEC, 3DEC) and the Rocscience suite. Understanding of ground characterisation and geotechnical design processes. Experience with Python programming and CAD / parametric modelling (e.g. Rhino / Grasshopper) would be an advantage.

About you
Willingness and enthusiasm to develop technical capability and apply advanced methods to solve rock engineering problems. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and verbal). Professional membership (or working towards) with a relevant institution. Ability to travel within the UK and internationally and represent WSP professionally in client-facing roles.

Qualifications
A postgraduate qualification in rock mechanics or geotechnical engineering is strongly preferred. Professional membership or working towards membership with a relevant institution is desirable.