Junior Highway Designer

WSP; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP seeks a passionate recent graduate to join our Ontario Highway Design Team in Mississauga, Ottawa or Thornhill. You will contribute to diverse projects—from low-volume secondary highways to high-capacity freeways—supporting transportation across Canada with mentorship and hands-on design work.

The role offers comprehensive training, field experiences, and exposure to cutting-edge tools like InRoads, OpenRoads, MicroStation, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, AutoTurn, BIM software (Navisworks, Dynamo, Power

Qualifications

• University degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Experience in highway/roadway design is an asset.
• Intent to register as a Professional Engineer in Ontario.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Adaptability to evolving digital technologies and methodologies.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• G driver’s license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Training & Mentorship on highway and drainage design using industry tools.
• Field Experience via site visits to observe existing conditions.
• Hands-On Design Work including analyses, alignments, geometrics, cost estimates, and reports.
• Develop Innovative design solutions based on planning strategies and studies.
• Participate in technical meetings, prepare presentations, and contribute to team discussions.
• Quality Assurance: review designs and drawings to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaborative mindset

Adaptability

Meet deadlines

G driver's license

Education

Engineering degree (Civil preferred)

Tools

InRoads

OpenRoads

MicroStation

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

AutoTurn

Navisworks

Dynamo

Power BI

Job description

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

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.
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We are WSP

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us

At WSP, we design infrastructure that improves mobility and enhances communities. We’re looking for a passionate recent graduate to join our Ontario Highway Design Team in one of our offices (Mississauga, Ottawa or Thornhill). You’ll work on diverse projects—from low-volume secondary highways to high-capacity multi-lane freeways—making a real impact on transportation across Canada.

Your Impact

• Comprehensive Training & Mentorship: Learn all aspects of highway and drainage design using cutting-edge tools like InRoads, OpenRoads, MicroStation, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, AutoTurn, BIM software (Navisworks, Dynamo, Power BI), and more
• Field Experience: Participate in site visits to observe and document existing conditions
• Hands-On Design Work: Prepare technical analyses, alignments, geometrics, cost estimates, quantity calculations, reports, and technical memos
• Innovative Design Solutions: Develop designs based on planning strategies and pre-engineering studies
• Collaborative Environment: Attend technical meetings, prepare presentations, and contribute to team discussions
• Quality Assurance: Review and check designs and drawings to ensure top‑quality deliverables

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A university degree in Engineering (Civil preferred)
• Some experience in highway/roadway design (an asset), ideally on MTO projects
• Intent to register as a Professional Engineer in Ontario when eligible
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn
• Adaptability to evolving digital technologies and methodologies
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and meet deadlines
• A valid G driver’s license (an asset)

Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66 700 – $88 400
MB & ON: $60 900 – $83 800
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $60 300 – $80 000

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.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 96281
• Posting Date 09/25/2026, 05:05 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.
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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.
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