Geotechnical Engineer - Hydro & Dams

About the role

WSP is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer specialized in hydroelectric and dam projects to join its multidisciplinary team in Bogotá. The role involves supporting the planning, analysis, design, and assessment of geotechnical aspects for large‑scale water‑resources and infrastructure works.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support geotechnical investigations, site‑characterization programs and subsurface interpretation.
• Perform geotechnical analyses for foundations, embankments, retaining structures, slopes, tunnels, underground works and water‑retaining structures.
• Develop designs and recommendations for dams, spillways, intake structures, powerhouses and related infrastructure.
• Conduct slope stability, seepage, settlement, deformation and bearing‑capacity analyses.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, specifications and contract documentation.
• Support dam safety assessments, risk evaluations and rehabilitation projects.
• Develop geotechnical models and numerical analyses for complex engineering projects.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, hydrotechnical, electrical, environmental and geological specialists.
• Provide technical support during construction, including field inspections and issue resolution.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geological or Geotechnical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer designation or eligibility.
• 6‑9 years of experience in geotechnical engineering on hydroelectric, dam, mining or major infrastructure projects.
• Advanced proficiency in English and French.

Required skills

• Geotechnical investigations and site characterization
• Geotechnical analysis and numerical modeling
• Foundation, embankment and retaining‑structure design
• Slope stability, seepage, settlement and deformation analysis
• Bearing‑capacity assessment
• Dam safety assessment and rehabilitation
• Technical reporting and documentation

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑impact hydro and dam projects
• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary international team
• Professional development in a leading engineering consultancy