Principal Engineer – Rock Mechanics Location : Bengaluru, India Business Line : Mining – Global Capability Centre (GCC-IN) – Global Specialist Mining Team WSP is actively seeking a Principal Engineer – Rock Mechanics to join our Global Capability Centre - India (GCC-IN) as part of the Global Specialist Mining Team . Based in Bengaluru , this role will contribute to global mining projects by providing advanced geomechanical analyses and technical support for open pit and underground hard rock mining operations. You will work alongside global experts and project teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions in rock mechanics and numerical modeling, playing a key role in stability assessment, excavation design, and risk mitigation for mining structures. Key Responsibilities Conduct advanced rock mechanics and geotechnical analyses for hard rock open pit and underground mines. Build, calibrate, and interpret 3D geomechanical models using Itasca software (FLAC3D, UDEC, 3DEC, PFC). Perform stress-strain and failure mechanism analysis , including excavation sequence and support system evaluation. Integrate geological, structural, hydrogeological, and geotechnical data into stability and design models. Apply Python scripting to automate modeling workflows, data processing, and output interpretation. Support back-analysis of field failures, incorporating instrumentation data into geomechanical assessments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary and cross-country teams to deliver technically integrated solutions. Prepare detailed technical reports , presentations, and documentation in accordance with international standards. Provide input to proposals and client-facing materials for business development support. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical capability building in the team. Uphold WSP’s safety, quality, and innovation standards throughout all work phases. Key Competencies & Technical Expertise Mandatory Skills Proven expertise in rock mechanics and geomechanical modelling for mining applications. Hands-on experience with Itasca software : FLAC3D , UDEC , 3DEC , and/or PFC . Strong working knowledge of Python for technical modeling, automation, or analysis tasks. Proficient in rock mass characterization (RMR, Q-System, GSI) and design of ground support systems. Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to distill complex technical information into concise reports. Strong communication and teamwork skills in a multi-disciplinary, global context. Desired Skills Experience in excavation sequence modelling, convergence prediction, and numerical back-analysis. Familiarity with geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring data interpretation. Exposure to international mining projects across various geotechnical regimes. Experience with data visualization or analysis tools (e.g., Jupyter, Pandas, GIS platforms). Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering . Master’s or Ph.D. in Geomechanics , Rock Mechanics , or Geotechnical Engineering , with a mining specialization. 8 to 16 years of direct mining industry experience , focused on rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering for underground and open pit mines. Join WSP’s GCC-IN Global Specialist Mining Team and contribute to technically challenging, high-value mining projects across the globe—leveraging advanced geomechanics, innovation, and collaboration.
