Materials Engineer / Materials Testing and Inspection Specialist in Vancouver

Join a team that's helping extend the life, safety, and performance of critical infrastructure across British Columbia. As a Materials Engineer / Materials Testing and Inspection Specialist, you'll work across a diverse range of projects involving corrosion, metallurgy, protective coatings, welding, non-destructive testing (NDT), and infrastructure condition assessments. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary experts, contribute to meaningful projects across industrial, municipal, transportation, and energy sectors, and gain exposure to both engineering and field-based project delivery.

Your Impact

• Support materials engineering, corrosion, coatings, welding, NDT, and infrastructure assessment projects from planning through execution.
• Conduct field and shop inspections, coordinate testing programs, and document findings that inform engineering decisions.
• Analyze inspection results, laboratory data, and field observations to support technical recommendations and asset management strategies.
• Contribute to condition assessments, rehabilitation projects, and construction-phase services for critical infrastructure.
• Prepare technical reports, inspection summaries, work plans, and project documentation that support successful project outcomes.
• Collaborate with engineers, inspectors, laboratories, contractors, and clients to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Develop expertise in industry standards, materials performance, durability, and asset integrity.
• Uphold WSP's commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and sustainable project delivery.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Degree or diploma in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Civil Engineering, Welding Technology, or a related discipline.
• Five or more years of experience in materials engineering, coatings, corrosion, welding inspection, NDT, materials testing, or infrastructure assessment.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC, or eligibility for registration, is considered an asset.
• Experience supporting field investigations, inspections, testing programs, and technical reporting.
• AMP/NACE Coating Inspector Level 3, CSA W178.2 Level 3 Welding Inspector, CGSB MT/MPI and UT certifications, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining these credentials, are required.
• Familiarity with CSA, ASTM, AWS, AMPP/NACE, SSPC, ISO, and related industry standards.
• Strong written communication and technical documentation skills.
• Interest in asset durability, rehabilitation, materials performance, and infrastructure resilience.
• Valid BC Driver's Licence and willingness to travel occasionally to project sites throughout British Columbia.

Additional Assets

• AMP/NACE Coating Inspector certification.
• CSA W178.2 Welding Inspector certification.
• Additional certifications in coatings, welding, NDT, corrosion, cathodic protection, or construction inspection.
• Experience working in industrial, municipal, transportation, energy, or infrastructure environments.

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.