Structural Engineer, Bridges

WSP; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for an Intermediate Engineer to join their Bridge Team in Halifax and surrounding areas. The ideal candidate will have a University degree in Civil Engineering and 5-10 years of experience in structural design and bridge engineering. Responsibilities include the design of bridges, managing projects, preparing engineering drawings, and ensuring adherence to Canadian design codes. The firm offers a flexible work environment and attractive benefits for its employees.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer with 5-10 years experience in structural design.
• Knowledge of Canadian design codes and standards.
• Experience with inspection and rehabilitation of structures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preliminary and detailed design of bridges and culverts.
• Manage bridge engineering projects and coordinate design teams.
• Prepare engineering drawings and specifications.

Skills

Superior technical understanding

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

University degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

The Opportunity

WSP is currently seeking an Intermediate Engineer who has the interest and drive to join our Ontario and Atlantic Canada Bridge Team, to be based in one of our Dartmouth, Fredericton, or St. John’s offices.

We believe WSP has assembled the best and most vibrant bridge engineering group in Canada with teams based throughout the country. This is an environment where one is surrounded and supported by a group of professionals with unsurpassed experience in all facets of bridge engineering. As such, we are looking for an individual with an interest in taking on the most interesting bridge work Canada has to offer.

Reporting to team lead in Dartmouth, this position will be responsible for the preliminary and detailed design of bridges and other civil structures for federal, provincial and municipal clients in Atlantic Canada and Ontario. If you’re interested in working on some of the largest projects in Canada, this is the perfect opportunity to join our hybrid design team.

Our Bridge Team

Our bridge team has a highly qualified staff experienced in bridge planning, new design, rehabilitation design, inspection, evaluation, and project administration and collaborates with other teams based in Ontario and the rest of Canada, sharing work and knowledge. Our senior staff have published numerous technical papers on bridge design, rehabilitation and construction, and continue to be active on a range of technical and bridge code committees. The firm is proud of its reputation for leadership in the bridge engineering field and of its recognition by receiving several major awards for unique and challenging bridge designs.

Why choose 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. #WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here

• Carry out preliminary and detailed analysis and design of bridges, culverts, retaining walls and other civil structures for all levels of government
• Manage bridge engineering projects, coordinate design teams, and support project management teams and technical teams across WSP
• Prepare engineering drawings
• Check designs and drawings
• Prepare specifications and contract documents
• Prepare form of tenders, quantity take-offs and construction cost estimates
• Review shop drawings and provide engineering support during construction
• Carry out contract administration and construction supervision
• Prepare reports and proposals
• Undertake bridge inspections, assessments, and reports
• Set up project meetings, record meeting minutes, and maintain action item list
• May be required to provide technical guidance and direction to support staff, contractors, and/or vendors
• Demonstrates sound written, verbal, interpersonal, analytical and application skills
• Works well under pressure to meet project deadlines

What you’ll bring to WSP

• University degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer with 5-10 years demonstrated experience in structural design and bridge engineering in Canada
• Superior technical understanding, design abilities, and current on bridge technologies
• Working knowledge of structural analysis software used in bridge design
• Specific areas of expertise required are in the planning, preliminary and detail design, and construction of bridges of standard and complex geometry, and culverts. A thorough knowledge of current Canadian design codes and standards is essential
• Experience with inspection, assessment and rehabilitation of existing structures
• Experienced in report and proposal writing
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work on several projects at a time with multiple design teams
• A committed team player with a willingness to help others and collaborate with team members
• A valid driver's license