Project Assistant – Vibration and Instrumentation

WSP en Colombia; Colombia; On-site; COP 30,000,000 - 42,000,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Colombia seeks a Project Assistant in Vibration & Instrumentation to support a team of field and instrumentation specialists. You will install monitoring equipment, collect data, and help validate results for compliance with project requirements.

You will engage in data processing, automation efforts, and client-facing documentation, promoting rigorous safety and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent education.
• Strong manual skills for field installation and on-site work.
• Interest in electronics, instrumentation systems and technical environments.
• Proficiency with Office Suite and data processing tools.
• Knowledge of computer systems and data communications (WiFi, cellular, telemetry).
• Programming knowledge in Python, MATLAB, R or VBA is a strong asset.
• Able to work in a team and show autonomy.
• Excellent written and spoken French; English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Carry out field activities: install, configure, and attach monitoring instruments.
• Conduct site visits to ensure safe, compliant installations.
• Collect, process, and analyze data from vibration, structural, or environmental measurements.
• Validate results against norms, standards and project requirements.
• Configure communication systems (cellular, radio, networks, telemetry).
• Contribute to automation or improvement of internal tools (Python, MATLAB, VBA).
• Participate in project meetings, communicating progress and challenges.
• Draft service proposals, cost estimates, reports, and client presentations.

Skills

Manual handling skills

Electronics/Instrumentation interest

Office Suite proficiency

Data communications knowledge

Autonomy and teamwork

French language ability

English as an asset

Education

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

Tools

Python

MATLAB

R

VBA

Job description

Project Assistant – Vibration & Instrumentation

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

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.

Qualifications

#COLOMBIA

Primary Location

Colombia

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Nov 6, 2026, 3:35:55 AM