Location
toronto, on, Canada
Posted
July 13, 2026
Job Description
WSP is seeking a Principal Tailings Engineer based in the Greater Toronto Area. This role focuses on the complete lifecycle of tailings facilities and involves collaboration across diverse teams.
Take charge of designing and optimizing tailings storage facilities while ensuring adherence to safety and compliance during all project phases. You will lead the application of advanced geotechnical principles and contribute to the strategic planning of mining projects throughout Canada. Your expertise can significantly impact the sustainability of mining practices.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and assess tailings storage facilities in various project phases
• Evaluate slope stability and long-term performance of waste systems
• Prepare high-quality engineering reports and specifications
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budgets effectively
• Oversee construction quality assurance and field monitoring
Requirements:
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Take charge of designing and optimizing tailings storage facilities while ensuring adherence to safety and compliance during all project phases. You will lead the application of advanced geotechnical principles and contribute to the strategic planning of mining projects throughout Canada. Your expertise can significantly impact the sustainability of mining practices.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and assess tailings storage facilities in various project phases
• Evaluate slope stability and long-term performance of waste systems
• Prepare high-quality engineering reports and specifications
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budgets effectively
• Oversee construction quality assurance and field monitoring
Requirements:
...