Junior Structural Engineer

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The Opportunity

Design What Comes Next

Join our Ports, Marine & Coastal team as a Structural Engineer and help shape the future of Canada's marine infrastructure. Whether your experience comes from bridge design, concrete structures, transportation, industrial facilities, or heavy civil engineering, we welcome structural engineers who are excited to apply their expertise to waterfront and marine projects.

This role can be based in St. Catharines, Ontario, or anywhere in Quebec. Candidates must be fluent in French. A Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is not required; however, candidates must be eligible to obtain their P.Eng.

Your Impact

• Contribute to the design and assessment of marine, coastal, and port infrastructure projects.
• Apply structural engineering principles to concrete, steel, and heavy civil structures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions.
• Support the preparation of technical calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Participate in inspections, condition assessments, and rehabilitation projects.
• Develop practical engineering solutions that improve resiliency and long-term asset performance.
• Build technical expertise through mentorship from structural and bridge experts and exposure to complex infrastructure projects.
• Help deliver projects that strengthen communities, transportation networks, and economic growth.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering.
• Fluent French language skills required.
• Eligible for Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in Canada.
• 2+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience in bridge design, concrete structures, transportation infrastructure, industrial facilities, buildings, heavy civil works, or related sectors.
• Familiarity with Canadian structural design codes and standards.
• Experience preparing engineering calculations, reports, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Passion for learning and contributing to multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.

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.

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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $79,300 - $105,100
MB & ON: $72,400 - $99,700
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $71,700 - $95,200

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 Launch Your Marine Infrastructure Career?

Bring your structural engineering expertise and curiosity to a team that delivers landmark infrastructure projects across Canada. If you're looking to broaden your experience, work with industry-leading professionals, and build a rewarding career in Ports, Marine & Coastal engineering, we'd love to hear from you.

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 here.

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 here.