At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead structural design for water/wastewater projects and mentor emerging engineers.
- Company: Join WSP, a top Canadian employer shaping communities and advancing humanity.
- Benefits: Flexible work, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with limitless opportunities for innovation and mentorship.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on vital infrastructure while growing your engineering career.
- Qualifications: Master's in Structural Engineering and 10+ years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 135200 - 179100 $ per year.
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
Join our Infrastructure Facilities Water/Wastewater Structural Team in Vancouver, BC, where you will help shape resilient water and wastewater infrastructure solutions that communities depend on every day. This is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise to meaningful projects while mentoring emerging professionals and contributing to high-impact infrastructure that supports sustainable growth.
Your Impact
- Design and analyze structural systems for water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs, and retaining structures.
- Lead structural design packages using engineering software, hand calculations, and design standards to deliver complete structural systems.
- Prepare markups in Bluebeam and coordinate with BIM teams to translate analytical work into models and drawings.
- Conduct site inspections for new construction, structural condition assessments, and rehabilitation projects.
- Provide construction support, including shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and change management.
- Coordinate closely with Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Architectural disciplines to integrate design solutions.
- Mentor junior engineers through technical guidance, project exposure, and professional development.
- Apply sound engineering judgement, ethics, and standard methodologies in complex project environments.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- Master's Degree in Structural Engineering, Seismic Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of structural engineering experience, ideally focused on water and wastewater facilities, seismic design, and challenging geotechnical conditions in British Columbia.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation registered with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
- Demonstrated experience preparing technical memoranda, reports, proposals, and client-facing documentation.
- Strong knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards including BCBC 2024, NBCC, CSA A23.1/2, CSA A23.3, ACI 350, CSA S16, and CSA S900.2.
- Proficiency using structural analysis and design software such as STAAD.Pro, S-FRAME, and CSI software suites, with working knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and Revit.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project coordination and make complex technical decisions with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for site visits and field inspections as required.
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.
Ready to Shape Critical Infrastructure? Join a team that is delivering the next generation of water and wastewater facilities that support growing communities across British Columbia. Bring your structural engineering expertise, leadership, and passion for mentorship to an organization where your work creates lasting impact. If you are ready to help design resilient infrastructure and advance your career alongside some of Canada's leading engineering professionals, we encourage you to apply.
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.
Lead Structural Engineer, Water/Wastewater in Vancouver employer: WSP in Canada
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