Structural Engineer

WSP Canada; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Northwestern Ontario seeks a Structural Engineer to assist in design and calculations. You'll work on diverse projects, apply engineering principles, and gain hands-on experience in a supportive, collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and over 2 years of relevant experience. This role offers attractive pay, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Employee-focused wellness programs

Qualifications

• More than 2 years of relevant structural engineering experience.
• Experience in design of concrete and steel structures in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and calculation of structures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Draft and review technical reports and construction specifications.
• Conduct site investigations and inspections.

Skills

Structural design principles

Engineering software proficiency

Communication and documentation abilities

Initiative

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

EIT status or eligible for P. Eng. registration

Tools

S-Frame

Staad Pro

SAP

Job description

The Opportunity :

If you are looking to accelerate your growth, this role in our Thunder Bay office offers the perfect next step. You'll join a collaborative Resources Engineering group, working on a variety of industrial projects, from new builds to rehabilitation, while also supporting institutional and government clients. You'll apply and expand your design skills on real projects, collaborate with and learn from experienced engineers, and take on responsibilities that help you build confidence and professional relationships, all within a supportive environment designed to help early-career engineers thrive

Take on real responsibility as you design and calculate structures for buildings and industrial projects, making technical decisions and seeing your ideas come to life. Get hands‑on experience by writing technical reports, creating construction specs, and heading out for site investigations and inspections. Plus, you’ll have opportunities to travel to client sites, join project meetings, and see your work in action. All while building your skills and confidence in a supportive environment.

Apply now to join our team and start building your future with us.

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• 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.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here :

• Assist with the design and calculation of building and industrial structures, applying your foundational engineering knowledge and learning new skills
• Make technical contributions to real projects, with guidance and mentorship from senior engineers
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, gaining exposure to how different disciplines work together
• Participate in design management discussions, sharing your ideas and learning from experienced professionals
• Draft and review technical reports and construction specifications, building your communication and documentation abilities
• Get hands‑on experience with site investigations and inspections, evaluating real‑world structures and conditions

What you’ll bring to WSP :

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• More than 2 years’ relevant structural engineering experience (co‑op, internship, or full‑time).
• Working knowledge of structural design principles and engineering software (e.g., S‑Frame, Staad Pro, SAP).
• Relevant experience in the design of concrete and steel structures in Canada.
• EIT status or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) within the Province of Ontario.
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and grow in a supportive environment

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 across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• 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

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.

Offers of employment for safety‑sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.