Early Professional, Structural Engineer-in-Training

WSP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Mentorship program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

WSP in Calgary is seeking a motivated early-career structural engineer to join our Buildings Structures team. You will gain hands-on experience in design, contract administration, field reviews, and multidisciplinary project delivery.

With a Bachelor’s in Structural Engineering and an EIT or eligibility to register in Alberta, you will support design and analysis, develop models and drawings, and grow your technical abilities through mentorship and diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering.
• Exposure to structural design and analysis through internships, co-op placements, academic projects, or professional experience.
• Knowledge of steel and/or reinforced concrete design principles.
• Experience using structural analysis and modeling software such as SAP2000 or similar programs is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for technical reporting, documentation, and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and analysis of building projects using engineering principles and industry standards.
• Assist in developing structural models, calculations, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Contribute to steel, concrete, and other structural system designs for a variety of building projects.
• Participate in contract administration activities and help monitor construction progress and compliance.
• Perform field reviews and site visits to observe construction and support project delivery.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and specialists across multiple disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to discussions that support project objectives and successful outcomes.
• Grow your technical expertise through mentorship, professional development, and exposure to diverse building projects.

Skills

Structural design concepts

Field investigations

Collaboration

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible for registration in Alberta

Tools

SAP2000

Microsoft Office

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

Design What Comes Next

Launch your structural engineering career with a team that shapes the buildings and communities where people live, work, and thrive. Join our Buildings Structures team in Calgary and gain hands‑on experience across structural design, contract administration, field reviews, and multidisciplinary project delivery. This is an opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers, contribute to meaningful projects, and build a strong technical foundation while developing your professional career.

Your Impact

• Support the structural design and analysis of building projects using engineering principles and industry standards.
• Assist in developing structural models, calculations, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Contribute to steel, concrete, and other structural system designs for a variety of building projects.
• Participate in contract administration activities and help monitor construction progress and compliance.
• Perform field reviews and site visits to observe construction and support project delivery.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and specialists across multiple disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to discussions that support project objectives and successful outcomes.
• Grow your technical expertise through mentorship, professional development, and exposure to diverse building projects.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering.
• Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible for registration in Alberta.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant structural engineering experience.
• Exposure to structural design and analysis through internships, co-op placements, academic projects, or professional experience.
• Knowledge of steel and/or reinforced concrete design principles.
• Experience using structural analysis and modeling software such as SAP2000 or similar programs is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for technical reporting, documentation, and project coordination.
• Interest in technical engineering work, field investigations, and collaborative project delivery.

Why Choose WSP?

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 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

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $73,400 – $97,200
MB & ON: $67,000 – $92,200
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $66,300 – $88,000

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.

Ready to Build the Future?

Bring your curiosity, technical passion, and desire to learn. Whether you're developing structural models, conducting field reviews, or collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a lasting impact on communities across Alberta and beyond.

Join WSP and start building a career where your ideas, expertise, and ambition help shape what comes next.