Intermediate Bridge Engineer

WSP; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,100 - 124,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 100 Employer in Canada

Flexible work

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Engineer to join the Ontario Bridge Team, based in Thunder Bay or Sudbury. You will report to the Bridge Engineering Manager and contribute to preliminary and detailed bridge designs for federal, provincial, and municipal clients across Canada.

You will manage projects, coordinate design teams, and support technical staff while delivering high-quality drawings, reports, and cost estimates. A PE licensure and Canadian experience are required.

Qualifications

• Professional engineer licensed in Canada (PEO).
• 3–7 years of bridge engineering experience.
• Knowledge of current Canadian design codes and standards.
• Experience with inspection, assessment and rehabilitation of existing structures.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspection, preliminary and detailed design of bridges and culverts.
• Perform and coordinate structural analysis and design.
• Manage bridge engineering projects and coordinate design teams across WSP.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, tender forms and cost estimates.
• Provide QA/QC and peer-review services for designs and drawings.
• Review shop drawings and support construction.
• Contribute to proposals and technical write-ups.
• Provide guidance to staff, contractors, and vendors.
• Undertake bridge inspections, assessments and reports.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Report writing

Ability to work on multiple projects

Education

University degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PEO licensed)

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Thunder Bay, ON, Canada
Sudbury, ON, Canada

Job Description

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Overview

WSP is currently seeking an Intermediate Engineer who has the interest and drive to join our Ontario Bridge Team, based in either our Thunder Bay or Sudbury office. Reporting to the Thunder Bay Bridge Engineering Manager, this position will be responsible for the preliminary and detailed design of bridges and other civil structures for federal, provincial and municipal clients in Ontario and Canada. If you’re interested in working on some of the largest projects in Canada, this is the perfect opportunity to join our collaborative design team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspection, preliminary and detailed design of bridges, culverts, retaining walls and other civil structures on assignments of moderate size, scope diversity and/or complexity. Clients include all levels of government and private sector.
• Perform and coordinate structural analysis and design
• Manage bridge engineering projects, coordinate design teams, and support project management and technical teams across WSP
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, contract documents and reports.
• Prepare forms of tender, quantity take-offs and construction cost estimates.
• Provide QA/QC and peer‑review services for designs and drawings
• Review shop drawings and provide engineering support during construction
• Contribute to proposal development and technical write‑ups
• Provide technical guidance and direction to support staff, contractors, and/or vendors
• Undertake bridge inspections, assessments and reports
• Demonstrate sound written, verbal, interpersonal, analytical and application skills
• Work well under pressure to meet project deadlines

Qualifications

• University degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (licensed with PEO) with 3-7 years demonstrated experience in structural design and bridge engineering in Canada
• Superior technical understanding, design abilities, and up‑to‑date knowledge of current bridge technologies
• Working knowledge of structural analysis software used in civil design and assessment
• Working knowledge in the planning, preliminary and detail design, and construction of bridges of standard and complex geometry, and culverts.
• Working knowledge of current Canadian design codes and standards is essential
• Experience with inspection, assessment and rehabilitation of existing structures
• Experienced in report and proposal writing
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work on several projects at a time with multiple design teams
• A committed team player with a willingness to help others and collaborate with team members
• A valid driver's license

Benefits

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. Our awards and recognition include Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026, a global community of brilliant minds, limitless opportunities across the country or around the globe, flexible work, real balance, and more.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98,800 - $130,800
MB & ON: $90,100 - $124,100
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $89,200 - $118,500

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 91447
• Posting Date 07/20/2026, 05:43 PM

About Us

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. Join us.

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. 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.