Early Career Geologist

WSP • Lakewood, CO

117d • $50,400 - $77,990

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time Early Career Geologist for our Lakewood, CO office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Mining Engineering or related degree.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills including report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel internationally and to remote project locations.
• Strong technical writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with an emphasis on quality work products.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Geology, Mining Engineering or closely related degree.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Fluent in English with fluency in other languages (e.g. French, Spanish, Portuguese) considered an asset.
• Previous internship and relevant experience in underground & surface mine planning, design and scheduling.
• Experience in utilizing mine planning, design and scheduling software packages such as Vulcan, Deswik, Datamine, MineScape, Whittle, XPAC and Spry.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a Safety-First focus.
• Conduct a full range of mining engineering and geology functions.
• Perform strategic modeling, design and engineering analyses duties, including interactive mine design and sequencing utilizing various mine modeling software packages.
• Work collaboratively with engineers and technical staff to develop the skills and procedures needed to effectively deliver engineering and consulting assignments.
• Continually apply a high standard of ethical behavior to promote and support WSP’s Core Values and Culture.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees