WSP

Structural Engineer-in-Training, Buildings

WSP$73K — $97K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering.
  • Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible for registration with APEGA.
  • Experience with structural design software and engineering analysis tools.
  • Familiarity with steel, concrete, wood, and masonry building design principles.
  • Working knowledge of the Alberta Building Code and Canadian design standards.
  • Strong technical writing, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Support the structural design and analysis of buildings projects from concept through construction.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, reports, and construction documents.
  • Collaborate with architects, mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines to deliver integrated project solutions.
  • Assist with structural assessments, investigations, and rehabilitation projects.
  • Participate in site visits, inspections, and construction reviews to verify design intent and quality.
  • Apply innovative and sustainable engineering practices that enhance building performance and community outcomes.
  • Contribute to project coordination, scheduling, and technical deliverables while developing project management skills.

Benefits

  • Learn from senior engineers and pursue progressive growth toward Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
  • Work in a diverse range of commercial, institutional, healthcare, industrial, and public sector environments.
  • Contribute to meaningful projects that shape resilient, sustainable communities through innovative practices.
  • Opportunity to develop project management skills and collaborate within multidisciplinary teams.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Design What Comes Next

Join our Buildings team in Alberta and help bring complex structures to life. As a Structural Engineer-in-Training (EIT), you'll contribute to the design and delivery of impactful buildings projects across commercial, institutional, healthcare, industrial, and public sector environments. Working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you'll develop your technical expertise while helping shape resilient, sustainable communities.

Your Impact

  • Support the structural design and analysis of buildings projects from concept through construction.


  • Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, reports, and construction documents.


  • Collaborate with architects, mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines to deliver integrated project solutions.


  • Assist with structural assessments, investigations, and rehabilitation projects.


  • Participate in site visits, inspections, and construction reviews to verify design intent and quality.


  • Apply innovative and sustainable engineering practices that enhance building performance and community outcomes.


  • Contribute to project coordination, scheduling, and technical deliverables while developing project management skills.


  • Learn from senior engineers and pursue progressive growth toward Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.


The Skills That Set You Apart

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering.


  • Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible for registration with APEGA.


  • Experience with structural design software and engineering analysis tools.


  • Familiarity with steel, concrete, wood, and masonry building design principles.


  • Working knowledge of the Alberta Building Code and Canadian design standards.


  • Strong technical writing, communication, and problem-solving abilities.


  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.


  • Valid driver's license and willingness to attend project sites as required.


Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $73,400 - $97,200
MB & ON: $67,000 - $92,200
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $66,300 - $88,000

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.

Ready to Shape the Skyline?

Build your future with a team that's redefining what's possible in the built environment. If you're motivated by purposeful work, technical excellence, and meaningful career growth, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help design the buildings that will support Alberta's communities for generations to come.

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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1959

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