Intermediate Highway Designer, Engineer

WSP in Canada; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Highway Designer/Engineer for our Ontario Highway Design Team, based in Thunder Bay or Sudbury. You will own complex highway design projects, collaborate with top-tier professionals, and gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies in a supportive, dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of highway design experience, familiarity with OpenRoads/MTO CPS, and a P.Eng or tech designation is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering.
• 5-10 years of highway/roadway design experience (MTO projects preferred).
• P.Eng or Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist designation is an asset.
• Experience with Design-Build/P3 projects is an asset.
• Knowledge of Ontario environmental standards, guidelines, and design manuals.
• Familiarity with OpenRoads and MTO CPS/HICO is an asset.
• BIM experience is an asset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Valid G driver’s license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead Technical Delivery: Design highways and drainage systems using OpenRoads, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, AutoTurn, and more.
• Field Engagement: Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions.
• Design & Analysis: Prepare alignments, geometrics, cost estimates, quantities, and technical memos.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Coordinate inputs from multiple teams for project execution.
• Project Planning: Develop level-of-effort estimates and design schedules.
• Proposal Support: Provide input for proposals and contribute to innovation initiatives.
• Quality Assurance: Review and check designs for accuracy and compliance.
• Mentorship: Guide junior team members to foster growth.
• Client Interaction: Attend technical meetings and document meeting minutes.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Civil Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

OpenRoads

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

AutoTurn

Job description

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

Looking for the next big step in your engineering journey? At WSP, we empower our people to grow, innovate, and lead. As an Intermediate Highway Designer/Engineer, you’ll take ownership of complex projects, collaborate with top-tier professionals, and gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies. This is your chance to shape the future of transportation while advancing your career in a supportive, dynamic environment in our Ontario Highway Design Team in one of our offices (Thunder Bay or Sudbury)

Your Impact

• Lead Technical Delivery: Ensure the successful design of highways and drainage systems using advanced tools like OpenRoads, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, AutoTurn, and more
• Field Engagement: Participate in site visits to assess and document existing conditions
• Design & Analysis: Prepare alignments, geometrics, cost estimates, quantity calculations, technical reports, and memos
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Coordinate design inputs from multiple teams for seamless project execution
• Project Planning: Develop level-of-effort estimates, contribute to design schedules, and assist with construction timelines
• Proposal Support: Provide input for proposals and contribute to innovation and "Future Ready" initiatives
• Quality Assurance: Review and check designs and drawings for accuracy and compliance
• Mentorship: Guide and support junior team members to foster growth and excellence
• Client Interaction: Attend technical meetings, prepare presentations, and document meeting minutes

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering
• 5-10 years of experience in highway/roadway design (MTO projects preferred)
• P.Eng or Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist designation (an asset)
• Experience with Design-Build/P3 projects (an asset)
• Knowledge of Ontario environmental standards, guidelines, and design manuals
• Familiarity with OpenRoads and MTO CPS/HICO (an asset)
• BIM experience (an asset)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Valid G driver’s license (an asset)

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 is 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: $89 800 - $118 900

MB & ON: $81 900 - $112 800

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $81 100 - $107 700

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.

About Us

Chez WSP, notre raison d’être est de façonner nos communautés pour faire progresser l’humanité.

C’est pourquoi nous rassemblons des personnes animées par la résolution de défis complexes - des ingénieur·e·s, des scientifiques, des conseiller·ère·s et des expert·e·s techniques guidé·e·s par une passion commune : redéfinir ce qui est possible et imaginer ce qui vient ensuite. Nous sommes des Visionniers et Visionnières.

En tant que l’une des plus importantes firmes de services professionnels au monde, nous collaborons avec la clientèle dans les secteurs du transport, des infrastructures, de l’environnement, du bâtiment, de l’énergie, de l’eau, ainsi que des mines et métaux. Nous allions une connaissance approfondie des réalités locales à une perspective globale pour créer des solutions qui laissent une empreinte positive et durable.

Chez WSP, vous joindrez une communauté d’esprits brillants qui repoussent les limites chaque jour - grâce à leur expertise, leur créativité et leur volonté d’innover pour bâtir un avenir plus résilient et interconnecté. Ici, vos idées sont valorisées, votre développement est soutenu, et vous êtes encouragé·e à être pleinement vous-même. Nous donnons à notre personnel les moyens de collaborer entre disciplines, de remettre en question le statu quo et de façonner une carrière porteuse de sens.

Joignez-vous à nous.

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