Job DescriptionThe Opportunity - Build the Future with UsStep into a leadership role where your expertise helps shape the future of responsible resource development. As a
Senior Mining Engineer based in
Calgary or Vancouver, you will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative, high-impact mining solutions across Canada and globally.
You'll lead complex projects from early concept through feasibility and execution, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to solve challenging problems, optimize operations, and drive sustainable outcomes. This is an opportunity to influence major mining developments while mentoring future talent and helping expand WSP's growing Mining & Metals practice.
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Your Impact- Lead the planning, design, and evaluation of open pit mining operations, delivering optimized and sustainable project outcomes.
- Guide multidisciplinary teams through all phases of mining studies, from concept through feasibility and execution planning.
- Develop and review mine plans, production schedules, and technical deliverables using industry-leading tools such as Deswik.
- Oversee the preparation of PEA, PFS, and FS studies, ensuring technical excellence, accuracy, and practical outcomes.
- Build trusted client relationships by providing strategic advisory support and innovative solutions to complex mining challenges.
- Contribute to business growth through proposal development, project scoping, and meaningful client engagement.
- Mentor engineers and technical professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, curiosity, and continuous learning.
- Champion a safety-first mindset by integrating health, safety, and environmental priorities into all project work.
The Skills That Set You Apart- Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering and Professional Engineer designation in Canada, or eligibility to obtain one.
- 10-15+ years of progressive experience in open pit mine planning, design, and development.
- Proven experience delivering technical mining studies across the full project lifecycle, including PEA, PFS, and FS work.
- Advanced expertise in mine planning software, particularly Deswik; experience with Vulcan, MineScape, or ArcGIS is an asset.
- Strong understanding of mine economics, cost estimation, production scheduling, and equipment productivity analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex technical deliverables.
- Experience supporting client engagement, proposal development, project scoping, and business development activities.
- Excellent communication skills, including technical report writing and client-facing presentations.
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.
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CompensationAB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $135,200 - $179,100
MB & ON: $123,300 - $169,800
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $122,100 - $162,200
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?Bring your technical leadership, mining expertise, and passion for sustainable resource development to a role where your work can influence major projects, strengthen communities, and help shape what's next for the mining industry. At WSP, your ideas, experience, and ambition can help build a future that works for people, clients, and the planet.
