Intermediate Water & Wastewater Engineer

WSP USA; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Intermediate Water & Wastewater Engineer in Calgary, Canada. In this role, you will support senior engineers with municipal water and wastewater projects, emphasizing design, collaboration, and client engagement. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and years of relevant experience. The company values inclusion, innovative solutions, and offers flexible working arrangements, attractive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive benefits including wellness platform

Attractive pay

Qualifications

• Eligible to apply for Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licence in Canada.
• 7–12 years of relevant industry experience.
• Familiar with municipal and provincial approval processes and Alberta environmental standards.
• Exceptional organizational skills for managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Support senior engineers in assessments, planning, and design of water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver designs and reports.
• Engage with clients and contractors to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Execute designs for municipal servicing projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and technologists.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Degree in civil, process, mechanical engineering, or environmental

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

BIM

Revit

MicroStation

WaterCAD

InfoWater

SewerCAD

BioWin

SUMO

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

The Opportunity

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Water & Wastewater Engineer to join the Water & Wastewater group, with office locations in Edmonton and Calgary. You will act as a design resource within the Water & Wastewater group, on local and national water and wastewater treatment projects in a variety of sectors including municipal and industrial. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in effluent reuse projects.

Why choose WSP

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here

As an intermediate water & wastewater engineer, you will support the senior engineer to work on the following tasks:

• You will work on assessments, planning, and design of innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects, shaping community well-being and environmental stewardship.
• You will work on PFD, P&ID, and control narrative development.
• You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality designs, reports, and cost estimates while navigating approvals and ensuring project excellence.
• You will get involved with engaging with clients, sub-consultants, and contractors, building strong professional relationships and ensuring successful project outcomes.
• You will be part of the team to execute the design of public sector municipal servicing projects including treatment facilities, process works, civil works, force mains, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, watermains, and feeder mains.
• You will work in a design teams comprised of senior, intermediate, and junior staff.
• You will support all phases of construction, from fieldwork to contract administration, gaining hands-on experience and mastering industry best practices.
• You will contribute to feasibility studies, condition assessments, and permit applications, helping drive project strategy and implementation.
• You will mentor and support the development of junior engineers and technologists, fostering a culture of growth and technical excellence.
• You will liaise with various municipal, utility and approval agencies, and maintain client communications.

What you’ll bring to WSP

• Hold a degree in civil, process, mechanical engineering, or environmental and are eligible to apply for Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licence in Canada .
• 7–12 years of relevant industry experience.
• Familiar with municipal and provincial approval processes, permitting, and a thorough understanding of Alberta environmental standards and guidelines.
• Proven ability to design and manage both horizontal and vertical municipal infrastructure projects, including hands-on experience with project management, contract administration, and fostering client relationships.
• Proficient at industry-standard design and modelling software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, BIM, Revit, MicroStation, WaterCAD, InfoWater, or SewerCAD, and process modelling software such as BioWin, SUMO etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to deliver innovative solutions under tight deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational skills, adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously and delivering high-quality results within fast-paced, multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in MS Office and MS Project, supporting effective project documentation, communication, and leadership across all project phases.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Be resourceful, self-motivated and proactive

At WSP

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies