WSP

Intermediate Mining Engineer

WSP$98K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada, or eligibility to obtain registration.
  • Minimum 7 years of relevant experience with a focus on open pit mine planning.
  • Experience in mine development or oil sands mining is an asset.
  • Demonstrated involvement in technical report preparation and mining projects.

Responsibilities

  • Support mine planning projects through various design and estimation activities.
  • Develop open pit mine plans and production schedules using industry-leading software.
  • Contribute to economic mining cost models by evaluating productivity and vendor pricing.
  • Assist with preparation of technical studies and reports like PEA, PFS, and FS.
  • Support proposal development and competitive bids for mining evaluations.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for safe and sustainable project outcomes.
  • Champion health and safety procedures while building a strong safety-first culture.

Benefits

  • Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • Access to a global community of professionals and mentors.
  • Flexible work options to promote work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity - Build the Future with Us

As part of WSP, you'll gain access to an unparalleled network of expertise, resources, and opportunities to work on meaningful, multidisciplinary projects that shape communities and protect the environment.

Join our growing Mining team in Calgary, Alberta, where you'll work alongside high-performing geologists, engineers, scientists, and business professionals supporting mineral development projects around the world. Our clients expect innovative, practical, and responsible mining solutions-and you'll play a key role in delivering them.

#GlobalMining

#ERI_Opportunities #carrières_ERI
Your Impact
  • Support mine planning projects through scheduling, waste placement, pit and dump design, equipment selection, and cost estimation activities.
  • Develop open pit mine plans and production schedules using industry-leading software such as Deswik.
  • Contribute to economic mining cost models by evaluating equipment productivity, gathering vendor pricing information, and developing cost calculations.
  • Assist with the preparation of technical studies and reports, including PEA, PFS, and FS documentation.
  • Support proposal development and competitive bids for open pit mining evaluations and consulting assignments.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, cost-effective, and sustainable project outcomes.
  • Apply WSP and client health and safety procedures while championing a strong safety-first culture.
  • Build your technical expertise through exposure to diverse projects, global clients, and opportunities for professional development.
The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada, or eligibility to obtain registration.
  • Minimum 7 years of relevant experience with a focus on open pit mine planning.
  • Experience in mine development, mine operations, and/or oil sands mining is considered an asset.
  • Previous consulting experience or experience in a technical services role within an exploration or mining company.
  • Demonstrated involvement in technical mining projects and technical report preparation.
  • Proficiency with mine planning and mining software packages including Deswik, Vulcan, ArcGIS, and MineScape.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams; additional language skills such as French, Spanish, or Portuguese are considered an asset.
  • Ability and willingness to travel internationally and to remote project locations.
Why Choose WSP?

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
  • Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
  • Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP
Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98,800 - $130,800
MB & ON: $90,100 - $124,100
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $89,200 - $118,500

Disclosure
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join WSP and help deliver innovative mining solutions that support responsible resource development around the world. If you're ready to grow your expertise, work with industry-leading professionals, and make a lasting impact on complex mining projects, we'd love to hear from you.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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Founded
1959

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