WSP

Intermediate Bridge Engineer

WSP$90K — $124K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in Civil Engineering
  • Professional Engineer licensed with PEO
  • 3-7 years of experience in structural design and bridge engineering in Canada
  • Strong technical understanding of current bridge technologies
  • Knowledge of Canadian design codes and standards is essential

Responsibilities

  • Conduct inspections and design of bridges and civil structures
  • Perform structural analysis and design coordination
  • Manage bridge engineering projects and collaborate with technical teams
  • Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and reports
  • Develop forms of tender and cost estimates
  • Ensure quality assurance and peer reviews of designs
  • Review shop drawings and support engineering during construction

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with experienced professionals
  • Involvement in significant projects across Canada
  • Opportunities for professional development and technical contributions
  • Potential for involvement in cutting-edge bridge design and innovation
  • Recognition and awards for unique engineering solutions
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

WSP is currently seeking an Intermediate Engineer who has the interest and drive to join our Ontario Bridge Team, based in either our Thunder Bay or Sudbury office. 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 individuals are surrounded and supported by a group of professionals with unsurpassed experience in all facets of bridge engineering. As such, we are looking for someone with an interest in taking on the most interesting bridge work Canada has to offer.

Reporting to the Thunder Bay Bridge Engineering Manager, this position will be responsible for the preliminary and detailed design of bridges and other civil structures for federal, provincial and municipal clients in Ontario and Canada. If you're interested in working on some of the largest projects in Canada, this is the perfect opportunity to join our collaborative design team.

Our Bridge Team is a highly qualified group experienced in bridge planning, new design, rehabilitation design, inspection, evaluation, and project administration that collaborates with other teams based in Ontario and the rest of Canada, sharing work and knowledge. Our 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 it has been recognized by receiving several major awards for unique and challenging bridge designs.

Your Impact
  • Carry out inspection, preliminary and detailed design of bridges, culverts, retaining walls and other civil structures on assignments of moderate size, scope diversity and/or complexity. Clients include all levels of government and private sector.
  • Perform and coordinate structural analysis and design
  • Manage bridge engineering projects, coordinate design teams, and support project management and technical teams across WSP
  • Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, contract documents and reports.
  • Prepare forms of tender, quantity take-offs and construction cost estimates.
  • Provide QA/QC and peer-review services for designs and drawings
  • Review shop drawings and provide engineering support during construction
  • Contribute to proposal development and technical write-ups
  • Provide technical guidance and direction to support staff, contractors, and/or vendors
  • Undertake bridge inspections, assessments and reports
  • Demonstrate sound written, verbal, interpersonal, analytical and application skills
  • Work well under pressure to meet project deadlines


The skills that set you apart
  • University degree in Civil Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (licenced with PEO) with 3-7 years demonstrated experience in structural design and bridge engineering in Canada
  • Superior technical understanding, design abilities, and up-to-date knowledge of current bridge technologies
  • Working knowledge of structural analysis software used in civil design and assessment
  • Working knowledge in the planning, preliminary and detail design, and construction of bridges of standard and complex geometry, and culverts.
  • Working 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


Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98 800 - $130 800
MB & ON: $90 100 - $124 100
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $89 200 - $118 500

Disclosure:
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 wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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