Civil Engineer

WSP USA; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Engineer for our Land Development and Municipal Engineering team in Kingston and surrounding areas. You’ll design and deliver infrastructure from stormwater management to site servicing and grading to support sustainable growth.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, Ontario P.Eng., and 3–8 years of land development experience. You’ll collaborate with architects, contractors, and clients, mentor junior staff, and balance office design with field work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s degree is an asset.
• Registered as a P.Eng. in Ontario.
• 3–8 years of experience in land development and municipal engineering.
• Expertise in site servicing, stormwater management, grading, and drainage design.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications and Drawings.
• Familiarity with land development approvals process in Ontario.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and ability to work in both office and field environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute and review storm, water, and wastewater designs for municipal and land development projects.
• Prepare feasibility studies, stormwater management plans, and grading designs that meet regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and clients to design subdivisions, roads, water systems, and public spaces.
• Respond to proposal requests and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with zoning laws, OPSS/OPSD standards, and municipal guidelines.
• Mentor junior team members and support their professional growth.
• Balance office-based design with on-site application to deliver projects that enhance community sustainability.

Skills

Site servicing

Stormwater management

Grading design

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work in office & field

Valid Ontario driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree (asset)

P.Eng. licensed in Ontario

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OPSS/OPSD standards

Job description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.

You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us – As an Engineer in our Land Development and Municipal Engineering team, you’ll design and deliver infrastructure that shapes communities in Kingston and surrounding areas. From stormwater management to site servicing and grading design, your work will support sustainable growth and improve quality of life for residents.

Your Impact

• Execute and review storm, water, and wastewater designs for municipal and land development projects.

• Prepare feasibility studies, stormwater management plans, and grading designs that meet regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and clients to design subdivisions, roads, water systems, and public spaces.

• Respond to proposal requests and contribute to business development initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with zoning laws, OPSS/OPSD standards, and municipal guidelines.

• Mentor junior team members and support their professional growth.

• Balance office-based design with on-site application to deliver projects that enhance community sustainability.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s degree is an asset.

• Registered as a P.Eng. in Ontario.

• 3–8 years of experience in land development and municipal engineering.

• Expertise in site servicing, stormwater management, grading, and drainage design.

• Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications and Drawings.

• Familiarity with land development approvals process in Ontario.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Valid Ontario driver’s license and ability to work in both office and field environments.

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’ll 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.#WeAreWSP

Build What’s Next

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $80,800 – $107,000

MB & ON: $73,700 – $101,500

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $73,000 – $96,900

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.

At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP , you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies) .