Project Assistant – Vibration and Instrumentation

WSP Global Inc.; Colombia; Remote; COP 24,000,000 - 42,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top employer recognition (Canada)

Global opportunities

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Project Assistant – Vibration and Instrumentation in Colombia to support the Earth Sciences team. You will contribute to field installations, data collection and analysis, and help automate tools using Python, MATLAB, and VBA.

Join a dynamic, collaborative environment where you will work with engineers across disciplines, participate in client-facing activities, and develop strong technical and communication skills in a bilingual setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Manual skills: handling tools, installing anchors and equipment on site.
• Interest in electronics, instrumentation systems and technical environments.
• Proficiency in Office Suite and data processing tools.
• Functional understanding of computer systems and data communications (WiFi, cellular, telemetry).
• Programming knowledge (Python, MATLAB, R, VBA) — strong asset.
• Sense of initiative, rigor, attention to detail and ability to learn continuously.
• Ability to work in a team while demonstrating autonomy.
• Excellent written and oral communication in French; English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out field activities: installation, configuration and attachment of monitoring instruments.
• Conducting site visits and ensuring a safe and compliant installation of equipment.
• Collecting, processing and analyzing data from vibration, structural or environmental measurements.
• Validating the compliance of the results according to norms, standards and project requirements.
• Configuring communication systems and applying data acquisition principles.
• Contributing to automation or improvement of internal tools (Python, MATLAB, VBA).
• Participating in project meetings, communicating progress and proposed solutions.
• Drafting service proposals, cost estimates, reports, technical notes and presentations for clients.

Skills

Manual handling

Teamwork

Initiative

Rigour

Attention to detail

French communication

English language asset

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

R

VBA

Job description

Project Assistant – Vibration & Instrumentation

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, it's possible.

You are looking for meaning. Growth. Chances. People who understand.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate and innovative people who shape the world.

With unmatched expertise in engineering, consulting, and science, our global minds come together to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and creators of impact.

We are Visionniers and Visionnières. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the future with us – The Earth Sciences and Environment business unit of the Montreal office is looking to welcome a Project Assistant – Vibration and Instrumentation to support a team recognized for its expertise and innovative solutions.

Our dynamic team brings together highly qualified specialists in acoustics, vibrations, geotechnical instrumentation and air quality. By joining us, you will participate in a variety of projects, collaborate with several WSP disciplines (environment, energy, transportation, infrastructure, industry, mining) and develop your skills in a stimulating and collaborative environment.

Your Impact

In this role, you will contribute directly to the success of projects by:

• Carrying out field activities: installation, configuration and attachment of monitoring instruments (hand tools, mechanical tools, anchors, levels).

• Conducting site visits and ensuring a safe and compliant installation of equipment.

• Collecting, processing and analyzing data from vibration, structural or environmental measurements.

• Validating the compliance of the results according to norms, standards and project requirements.

• Configuring communication systems (cellular, radio, networks, telemetry) and applying computer principles related to data acquisition.

• Contributing to the automation or improvement of internal tools (Python, MATLAB, VBA, etc.).

• Participating in project meetings, communicating progress, challenges and proposed solutions.

• Drafting service proposals, cost estimates, reports, technical notes and presentations for clients.

The skills that set you apart

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, construction, electrical, electrotechnical, geological, mechanical, physics) or equivalent education.

• Marked manual skills: handling tools, installing anchors and equipment on site.

• Interest in electronics, instrumentation systems and technical environments.

• Proficiency in the Office Suite and data processing tools.

• Functional understanding of computer systems and data communications (WiFi, cellular, telemetry).

• Programming knowledge (Python, MATLAB, R, VBA) — strong asset.

• Sense of initiative, rigor, attention to detail and ability to learn continuously.

• Ability to work in a team while demonstrating autonomy.

• Excellent written and oral communication in French ; English is an asset.

Why choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities and advance humanity. The world's brightest engineers, consultants and scientists make WSP their home.

Proudly Canadian – we are one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026.

A global community of experts – your next idea, mentor or opportunity is always at your fingertips.

Limitless possibilities – we help you tailor your role to your ambitions, both in Canada and internationally.

Flexibility and real balance – we encourage you to prioritize your life balance.

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Title:

Project Assistant – Vibration and Instrumentation

Location:

Colombia

Requisition ID:

26001625