Municipal Engineer/Technologist

WSP in Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 81,900 - 118,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Collaboration across locations

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

WSP in Canada in Manitoba is seeking a Municipal Engineer / Technologist to contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of water, wastewater, drainage, and roadway systems that support resilient, sustainable communities.

You will apply engineering judgement, prepare designs and reports, support construction administration, and collaborate with regional and national teams. This role values bilingual ability and local code familiarity.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
• P.Eng. or CET designation is an asset or eligibility to obtain.
• 5–8 years of hands-on municipal infrastructure design and delivery.
• Proficiency in water supply, sanitary sewer, stormwater, and road design.
• Experience in Manitoba’s municipal engineering environment and codes.
• Knowledge of civil design software and ability to interpret drawings.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering judgement to the design and delivery of municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, and roadway infrastructure.
• Prepare and review designs, drawings, specifications, and technical reports per standards.
• Support projects through detailed design and construction administration, ensuring quality, safety and compliance.
• Conduct technical analysis and calculations for civil systems including water distribution and roads.
• Collaborate with engineers, technologists, and specialists across regional and national teams.
• Contribute to field reviews, inspections, and coordination with contractors during construction.
• Support knowledge sharing and provide technical guidance to junior staff.

Skills

Water distribution design

Sanitary sewer design

Stormwater design

Roadway design

Civil design software

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology degree/diploma

P.Eng. or CET designation (asset)

Tools

Civil design software tools

Job description

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Opportunity

This is your opportunity to play a hands‑on technical role in shaping Manitoba’s municipal infrastructure. As a Municipal Engineer / Technologist, you will contribute directly to the planning, design, and delivery of water, wastewater, drainage, and roadway systems that support resilient, sustainable communities. This role is ideal for a technically strong professional who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and seeing their designs come to life in the field.

Responsibilities

• Apply sound engineering judgement to the technical design and delivery of municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, and roadway infrastructure.
• Prepare and review engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and technical reports in accordance with municipal and provincial standards.
• Support projects through detailed design and construction administration, ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct technical analysis and calculations for civil systems, including water distribution, sanitary sewers, stormwater management, and roadworks.
• Collaborate with engineers, technologists, and specialists across regional and national teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Contribute to field reviews, inspections, and coordination with contractors during construction.
• Support knowledge sharing and provide technical guidance to junior staff as part of a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or C.E.T. designation, or eligibility to obtain, is considered an asset.
• 5–8 years of hands‑on technical experience in municipal infrastructure design and delivery.
• Strong technical proficiency in water supply, sanitary sewer, stormwater, and roadway design.
• Experience working within Manitoba’s municipal engineering environment, including applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Working knowledge of civil design software and tools used for municipal infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and construction documents with a high level of accuracy.
• Bilingual (French and English) communication skills are an asset.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,900 – $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.

Benefits

• Flexible work and real work-life balance.
• Global community of brilliant minds – opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and locations.
• Limitless career growth and development opportunities.
• Culture of inclusion and support for people with disabilities.

EEO Statement

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.