Structural Designer

WSP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Structural Designer in Ottawa, Ontario. The role involves performing engineering calculations, writing reports, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate has a degree in Structural Engineering, 1-4 years of experience, and a creative, client-focused mindset. This position offers opportunities for growth and innovation within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive employee-focused benefits

Wellness platform

Qualifications

• 1-4 years' experience in Structural Design or General Conformance Review.
• Experience with light industrial and/or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and assessments for various structures.
• Write technical reports and conduct field reviews.
• Develop innovative solutions for new and existing structures.

Skills

Proactive problem solver

Excellent organizational skills

Strong technical writing skills

Client-centric approach

Innovative thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

WSP is currently seeking an ambitious, dynamic, and innovative Structural Designer to join our Structural Engineering Group, located at our Ottawa, Ontario office. Reporting to a Manager, Structural Engineering, this position will be responsible for working with a multi-disciplinary team to take innovative design solutions from proposal stage through to constructed projects for clients in a wide variety of sectors. This role can grow to include a client-facing component and will allow the candidate to gain knowledge of project management best practices.

Why 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’ll do at WSP

• Perform engineering calculations and assessments for steel, concrete, timber, and masonry structures, under the supervision of Senior Engineers.
• Perform calculations using the latest design software and advanced finite element modelling, underpinned by a sound understanding of basic principles.
• Demonstrate practical knowledge of both the OBC and NBC.
• Participate in the execution of efficient and accurate project deliverables to exceptional standards.
• Write technical reports.
• Conduct field reviews and condition assessments.
• Aid in the preparation of proposals.
• Develop innovative solutions for new and existing structures.
• Approach all projects with curiosity and innovation through a client-centric lens.
• Proactively promote diversity and inclusion, both in the work environment and in developing designs.
• Advance the notion of computational design and interactions between graphical and analytical structural models.
• Occasional travel within Canada for project-related work, site assessments, and site support.
• Other duties as assigned/required.

What you bring to WSP

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering.
• 1-4 years’ experience in Structural Design or Structural General Conformance Review.
• Display a value-adding attitude through dynamic, innovative, proactive, and disruptive thinking within a solution-driven environment.
• Proactive, energetic, highly responsive, and client-centric.
• Dedicated team player with strong people skills, an empathetic mindset, and service excellence.
• Excellent organizational and technical writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Creative and innovative – prepared to put forward out-of-the-box ideas.
• Experience with light industrial and/or infrastructure projects.
• Comfortable with failure in a supportive environment.
• Respectful listening and consideration of others’ thoughts.
• Comfortable speaking your mind and voicing opinions constructively.
• A proactive problem solver who takes initiative.
• Prepared to challenge the status quo and promote the unconventional.
• Accountable.
• Drive and thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Curious about everything we do.