WSP

Structural Engineer, Water, Wastewater and Solid Waste

WSP$90K — $124K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline; Master's in Structural Engineering is an asset
  • 6-10 years of structural engineering experience, preferably in water, wastewater, solid waste, or municipal infrastructure facilities in Ontario or Canada
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration in Canada; PMP is an asset
  • Strong knowledge of OBC, NBCC, CSA A23.3, CSA A23.1/.2, and ACI 350 design standards
  • Experience with structural analysis tools such as STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, ETABS, S-Frame, or similar
  • Familiarity with Revit, ACC, and BIM coordination workflows
  • Strong technical communication skills with the ability to produce clear engineering documentation

Responsibilities

  • Deliver structural analysis and design for municipal infrastructure like water treatment plants and pumping stations
  • Develop structural models, engineering calculations, and design solutions for complex facility systems
  • Translate engineering concepts into clear design markups and collaborate with BIM and drafting teams
  • Support construction-phase activities with shop drawing reviews and on-site technical problem-solving
  • Contribute to site assessments and rehabilitation strategies for existing infrastructure
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated engineering solutions
  • Prepare technical reports, specifications, proposals, and cost estimates for project success

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects that benefit communities
  • Access to mentorship and a collaborative team environment
  • Potential for long-term career development within the company
  • Engagement with complex projects enhances professional growth
  • Work-life balance supported through site visit accommodations
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us

Join WSP's growing Water & Wastewater Facilities Structural Team in Thornhill, Ontario, and play a key role in delivering essential infrastructure that communities depend on every day. This role offers the opportunity to apply your structural engineering expertise across complex municipal and industrial projects, while working alongside a collaborative and experienced team that values technical excellence, mentorship, and long-term career development.

Your Impact
  • Deliver structural analysis and design for of water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, reservoirs, pumping stations, underground liquid-retaining structures, chambers, solid waste facilities, and other municipal infrastructure.
  • Develop structural models, engineering calculations, and design solutions for complex facility systems and components
  • Translate engineering concepts into clear design markups and coordinate closely with BIM and drafting teams
  • Support construction-phase activities including shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and on-site technical problem-solving
  • Contribute to site assessments, inspections, and rehabilitation strategies for existing infrastructure
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, client-focused engineering solutions
  • Prepare technical reports, specifications, proposals, and cost estimates that drive project success
  • Grow your expertise while mentoring junior team members and taking on increasing responsibility

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline; Master's in Structural Engineering is an asset
  • 6-10 years of structural engineering experience, ideally in water, wastewater, solid waste, or municipal infrastructure facilities in Ontario or across Canada.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration in Canada (PEO preferred); PMP is an asset
  • Strong knowledge of OBC, NBCC, CSA A23.3, CSA A23.1/.2, and ACI 350 design standards
  • Experience with structural analysis tools such as STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, ETABS, S-Frame, or similar
  • Familiarity with Revit, ACC, and BIM coordination workflows
  • Strong technical communication skills with the ability to produce clear engineering documentation
  • Valid driver's licence and willingness to attend site visits and inspections as required

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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Bring your structural expertise to projects that matter and help build the infrastructure that supports communities across Canada. At WSP, your ideas, growth, and impact are all part of the journey.

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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