Structural Designer - Power Generation

WSP in Canada; San Juan de Terranova; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Structural Designer to join their team in Canada. This role involves developing engineering drawings and collaborating across disciplines. The ideal candidate will have an EDDT diploma and over 4 years of experience, proficient in key CAD software. This position promises a dynamic workplace with a focus on quality and innovation.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience required.
• Diligent and organized; must deliver high-quality work on time.
• Enthusiastic problem-solver with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Verify project scope and monitor changes.
• Develop accurate structural engineering drawings.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to resolve design issues.

Skills

AutoCAD

CADWorx

SP3D

Navis

MS Office

Bluebeam

SharePoint

Education

Engineering Design & Drafting Technology (EDDT) diploma

Job description

Overview

Energy subsector is a key component of WSP’s ERI (Energy, Resources and Industry) sector. We support clients from coast to coast, from small installations to multi‑phase integrated megaprojects, across upstream, midstream, and downstream oil and gas activities and energy transition markets at all stages of the project lifecycle, anywhere in the world. We provide design, engineering and environmental services that contribute to climate adaptation and mitigation, protect water and marine resources, restore biodiversity, and support clients as they transition to low carbon solutions. Our experts work together to meet the highest standards and to innovate beyond them.

To meet our growth challenges, WSP is currently seeking a Structural Designer to join our teams located in any one of our Canadian offices with a preference for Calgary, AB.

We are looking for a highly motivated and talented Structural Designer to join WSP’s dynamic team. Be involved in projects with our Energy division and be part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges!

What you can expect to do here

• Verify project scope with the Lead; monitor project changes and promptly inform Lead of updates.
• Provide realistic time estimates for your tasks.
• Develop a strong understanding of WSP’s and Client’s standard drawings, specifications, general practices, and procedures.
• With minimal supervision, develop accurate structural engineering drawings including piling layouts/schedules, concrete layouts/details, structural steel layouts/details and architectural building drawings based on engineering sketches.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and other disciplines such as Piping and Electrical to coordinate design development and resolve issues.
• Contribute to the checking process by critically reviewing markups.
• Use various 3D/CAD software to produce Bills of Material and Pile Schedules.
• Implement revisions based on markups from Engineers, Checkers, and Leads.
• Maintain organized filing systems for drawings and models per department, project, and client guidelines.
• Assist in the training of less experienced drafting personnel.
• Visit construction site to assist in construction reviews, if required.
• Foster a supportive and communicative team environment characterized by ownership and camaraderie.

What you’ll bring to WSP

• Engineering Design & Drafting Technology (EDDT) diploma
• 4+ years of relevant experience
• Proficient in AutoCAD, CADWorx, SP3D, Navis, MS Office, Bluebeam and SharePoint
• Diligent and organized: deliver high-quality work on time and consistently meet deadlines
• Adaptable multitasker: effectively juggle priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Enthusiastic problem-solver: embrace challenges and proactively find solutions
• Communicator and learner: clearly convey and comprehend technical, business, and administrative ideas
• Coachable team player: open to guidance and expertise from senior staff

About Us

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future‑proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members globally; in Canada, 12,000+ people contribute to environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic buildings, sustainable transportation networks, resource extraction, and renewable energy initiatives.

• 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

Health, Safety & Inclusion

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Compliance with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy and client HSE policies is expected at all times. Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon ability to perform key physical tasks as described in the job posting and interview, including the ability to work in varying environmental conditions.

WSP welcomes applications from people with disabilities and provides accommodations on request during the selection process. WSP is committed to employment equity; only selected candidates will be contacted. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. See the full policy for details.