Job Category: Engineering

Job Description:

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.

The Opportunity

WSP is currently seeking a Civil Engineer who has the interest and drive to join our team in Burlington, ON.

In addition to the abundance of work in our local and regional environment, the position will provide the opportunity to work with our larger team provincially and nationally. We believe WSP has assembled the best and most vibrant engineering group in Canada. This is an environment where one is surrounded and supported by a group of professionals with unsurpassed experience. As such, we are looking for an individual with an interest in working with a team to complete the most interesting work that the province has to offer.

Reporting to the Burlington Bridge Group Manager, this position will be responsible for assisting with the inspection, preliminary, and detail design of bridges and other civil structures for federal, provincial, municipal, and private clients. Our Bridge Team has a highly qualified staff experienced in bridge planning, inspection, evaluation, rehabilitation, recent design and project administration, and collaborates with other teams based in Ontario, sharing work and knowledge. Our senior staff have published numerous technical papers on bridge design, rehabilitation and construction, and continue to be active on a range of technical and structural code committees. The firm is proud of its reputation for leadership in the engineering field and of its recognition by receiving several major awards for unique and challenging bridge designs.

Your Impact

Carry out inspections and preliminary and detail 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 including heavy and light rail.

Prepare engineering drawings

Prepare form of tenders, quantity take-offs and construction cost estimates

Check designs and drawings

Prepare specifications and contract documents





Review shop drawings

Carry out contract administration and construction supervision

Prepare reports and proposals

Undertake bridge inspections, assessments, and reports

Provide technical guidance and direction to support staff, contractors, and/or vendors

Demonstrates sound written, verbal, interpersonal, analytical and application skills

The skills that set you apart

University degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer registered in the province of Ontario with 1-5 years demonstrated experience in structural design and bridge engineering in Canada

Technical understanding, design abilities, and current on bridge technologies

Working knowledge of structural analysis software used in civil design

Working knowledge in the planning, preliminary and detail design, and construction of bridges of standard and complex geometry, and culverts. Knowledge of current Canadian design codes and standards is essential

Experience with inspection, assessment and rehabilitation of existing structures

Experienced in report 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

Why Choose WSP?

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

- Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
- A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
- Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $85 100 - $112 800
MB & ON:



$77 700 - $107 000
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $76 900 - $102 100

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 Us: At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details .

📌 Engineer, Bridges and Civil Structures (Burlington)
🏢 WSP
📍 Burlington