Structural Designer - Mining (Sudbury)

WSP Global Inc.; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Structural Designer in Sudbury, Ontario to develop coordinated structural models and drawings for mining and industrial projects. You will work directly with engineers and experienced designers, gaining varied project exposure and practical field learning.

Join a Northern Ontario team that collaborates with multidisciplinary mining specialists across Canada and beyond. The role offers a path to broader technical responsibility and the chance to contribute to long‑term programs

Qualifications

• College diploma or technical credential in civil or structural engineering technology, drafting, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant structural drafting or design experience, ideally in mining, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Working proficiency with CAD, BIM, and 3D modelling tools, together with the ability to read engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of structural steel and concrete detailing, drawing standards, and coordinated model workflows.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, collaborative problem solving, openness to feedback, and willingness to visit project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Produce 2D drawings and 3D models for structural steel, concrete, foundations, platforms, stairs, and equipment supports.
• Incorporate engineering markups, vendor drawings, survey information, and interdisciplinary inputs into coordinated design deliverables.
• Develop general arrangements, plans, sections, details, material take-offs, and drawing revisions that support clear project decisions.
• Collaborate with mechanical, piping, electrical, process, and civil teams in model reviews to resolve interfaces and improve constructability.
• Complete self-checks, follow project standards, address checker comments, and maintain organized files, drawing registers, and model information.
• Support field measurements, existing-condition verification, and brownfield updates while communicating progress, constraints, and design questions early.

Skills

College diploma/technical credential

Structural drafting/design experience

CAD, BIM, 3D modelling tools

Reading engineering drawings

Detail orientation

Industrial platforms, brownfield mods

Education

Civil/Structural engineering technology or related

Tools

CAD software

BIM software

3D modelling tools

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

Take Your Career Further — This is more than just a job – it is a chance to propel your career forward while making an impact on projects that matter. Whether you are improving urban infrastructure, enhancing sustainability efforts, or contributing to groundbreaking research, you will be shaping a better world.

See your designs move from model to mine site.

As a Structural Designer based in Sudbury, Ontario, you will develop coordinated structural models and drawings for mining and industrial projects while working directly with engineers and experienced designers. You will gain varied project exposure, practical field learning, and a clear path to broader technical responsibility.

You will strengthen WSP’s local delivery capability while connecting with multidisciplinary mining specialists across Canada and around the world. This is an opportunity to contribute to long‑term programs across multiple clients and project stages while helping shape a growing Northern Ontario team.

#CASudburyMiningJobs #GlobalMining

Your Impact

• Produce 2D drawings and 3D models for structural steel, concrete, foundations, platforms, stairs, and equipment supports .
• Incorporate engineering markups, vendor drawings, survey information, and interdisciplinary inputs into coordinated design deliverables.
• Develop general arrangements, plans, sections, details, material take-offs, and drawing revisions that support clear project decisions.
• Collaborate with mechanical, piping, electrical, process, and civil teams in model reviews to resolve interfaces and improve constructability.
• Complete self-checks, follow project standards, address checker comments, and maintain organized files, drawing registers, and model information.
• Support field measurements, existing-condition verification, and brownfield updates while communicating progress, constraints, and design questions early.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A college diploma or technical credential in civil or structural engineering technology, drafting, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant structural drafting or design experience, ideally in mining, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Working proficiency with applicable CAD, BIM, and 3D modelling tools, together with the ability to read engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of structural steel and concrete detailing, drawing standards, and coordinated model workflows.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, collaborative problem‑solving, openness to feedback, and willingness to visit project sites as required.
• Experience with industrial platforms, equipment supports, process buildings, brownfield modifications, multidisciplinary model coordination, or point‑cloud information is preferred.

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's across the country or around the globe, we'll 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: $77,400 - $102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 - $97,200

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $69,900 - $92,900

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.

Design the details that reach the field

Turn coordinated models into buildable solutions for Northern Ontario’s mining projects. Grow your technical range while seeing your work move from screen to site.

Job Info

• Job Identification 97735
• Posting Date 11/10/2026, 03:13 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.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .