Structural Engineer - Power Generation

WSP Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Structural Engineer in Vancouver, Canada, to join their Energy subsector team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in civil structural designs, with knowledge of power plants and dynamic foundations. Responsibilities include preparing engineering specifications, conducting inspections, and facilitating project planning. WSP values collaboration and seeks to innovate while supporting a work-life balance. Competitive salary range offered between $105,800 to $145,400 based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative culture

Commitment to inclusivity and diversity

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in civil structural designs in the energy industry.
• Experience with power plants and dynamic foundations.
• Familiarity with relevant design codes for concrete and steel structures.

Responsibilities

• Establish design criteria and prepare engineering specifications.
• Support planning, scheduling, and cost control activities.
• Contribute to knowledge transfer through coaching and guidance.
• Conduct on-site inspections as required.
• Prepare documentation for engineering budgets and technical reports.

Skills

Structural engineering principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Team player

Time management skills

Education

University degree in Structural Engineering

P.Eng or PE registration

MSc or PhD in Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

S-Frame

STAAD Pro

Dyna6

Python

Job description

The Opportunity:

Our Energy subsector, a key component of WSP's ERI (Energy, Resources and Industry) sector, supports clients from coast to coast. From small installations to multi-phase integrated megaprojects, we support your upstream, midstream, or downstream oil and gas activities and energy transition markets at all stages of the project lifecycle, anywhere in the world. We are focused on providing design, engineering and environmental services that contribute to climate adaptation and mitigation, sustain the use and protection of water and marine resources, protect and restore biodiversity, and support our clients as they transition to low carbon solutions. Our experts work together to offer our clients services that live up to our vision: to meet the highest standards in the industry and innovate to exceed them.

To meet our growth challenges, WSP is currently seeking a Structural Engineer to join our teams located any one of our Canadian offices with preference for Calgary, AB. We are looking for a highly motivated and talented Structural Engineer who has a strong foundation in structural engineering and structural dynamic principles, is proficient in FEA, analytical, detailed-oriented, a critical thinker, and a problem solver. They will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks on a range of challenging and rewarding projects.

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.

What you can expect to do here:

• Establish design criteria, prepare engineering specifications, design calculations, material take offs (MTO) in accordance with project requirements.
• You’ll support the planning, scheduling, cost control activities in the design as related to the Project Plan.
• You’ll propose solutions for improving or optimizing processes, programs, and procedures. Assist in resolving complex problems requiring a comprehensive and detailed analysis and multi-disciplinary understanding.
• You’ll contribute to knowledge transfer by providing functional guidance, coaching and peer review to the team’s less experienced professionals or to technicians.
• You’ll participate in the planning and implementation of large and complex projects requiring innovative solutions.
• You’ll conduct on‑site inspections as required.
• You’ll perform detailed civil and structural designs, which include concrete foundations, piling, steel structures, etc.
• You’ll prepare documentation for engineering hours budgets, schedules, work plans, tender documents, technical reports, project calculations, etc.
• You’ll assign, give instructions and provide directions to technical support staff.
• You’ll establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers and team members.
• You’ll ensure the Quality Assurance, consistency, and integrity of the electronic handover of deliverables.
• You’ll be responsible for reviewing and stamping drawings (as required); using experience in interpreting design codes and regulatory requirements.
• You’ll check the work of and assist in the training of less experienced engineering personnel.
• You’ll communicate with internal peers and the project team and may be required to answer questions regarding deliverables.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• A university degree in Structural Engineering (MSc or PhD would be an asset).
• Registered as a P.Eng or PE in a Provincial Engineering Association in Canada or US.
• 5+ years and over experience in the engineering of civil structural designs in the energy industry.
• Ideally experience with power plants, dynamic foundations and/or rotating equipment.
• Working knowledge of software’s like SAP2000, ETABS, S-Frame, STAAD Pro, Dyna6, etc.
• Experience with Python would be an asset.
• Good report writing skills.
• Familiarity with relevant design codes for Concrete and Steel Structures, and also current Industrial standards.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• A team player with strong communication and inter‑personal skills.
• Solid organization and time management skills.

Salary range (in British Columbia): $105,800 to $145,400

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 salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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.

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