Structural Designer

Join to apply for the Structural Designer - Power Generation role at WSP in Canada 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Job Description Our Energy subsector, a key component of WSP’s ERI (Energy, Resources and Industry) sector, supports clients from coast to coast. From small installations to multi‑phase integrated megaprojects, we support your upstream, midstream, or downstream oil and gas activities and energy transition markets at all stages of the project lifecycle, anywhere in the world. We are focused on providing design, engineering and environmental services that contribute to climate adaptation and mitigation, sustain the use and protection of water and marine resources, protect and restore biodiversity, and support our clients as they transition to low‑carbon solutions. Our experts work together to offer our clients services that live up to our vision: to meet the highest standards in the industry and innovate to exceed them. To meet our growth challenges, WSP is currently seeking a Structural Designer to join our teams located any one of our Canadian offices with preference for Calgary, AB. We are looking for a highly motivated and talented Structural Designer to join WSP’s dynamic team. Be involved in projects with our Energy division and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges Why choose WSP? We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritise the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives. A Canadian success story – we’re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer. Enhance the world around you – from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada. Outstanding career opportunities – we’re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday – we’re open to your ideas and trying new things. A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it’s like to be a part of our journey. What you can expect to do here: You’ll verify project scope with the Lead; monitor project changes and promptly inform Lead of updates. Be able to provide realistic time estimates for your tasks. Develop a strong understanding of WSP’s and Client’s standard drawings, specifications, general practices, and procedures. With minimal supervision, you’ll develop accurate structural engineering drawings including piling layouts/schedules, concrete layouts/details, structural steel layouts/details and architectural building drawings – based on engineering sketches. You’ll collaborate closely with engineers and other disciplines such as Piping and Electrical to coordinate design development, identify and resolve issues. Contribute actively to the checking process by critically reviewing markups. Use various 3D/CAD software to produce Bills of Material and Pile Schedules. Implement revisions based on markups from Engineers, Checkers, and Leads. Maintain organised filing systems for drawings and models per department, project, and client guidelines. You’ll assist in the training of less experienced drafting personnel. Visit Construction site to assist in construction reviews, if required. You’ll help foster a supportive and communicative team environment characterised by ownership and camaraderie. What you’ll bring to WSP: Engineering Design & Drafting Technology (EDDT) diploma 4+ years of relevant experience. Proficient in AutoCAD, CADWorx, SP3D, Navis, MS Office, Bluebeam and SharePoint. Diligent and organised: deliver high‑quality work on time and consistently meet deadlines. Adaptable multitasker: effectively juggle priorities in a fast‑paced setting. Enthusiastic problem‑solver: embrace challenges and proactively find solutions. Communicator and learner: clearly convey and comprehend technical, business, and administrative ideas. Coachable team player: open to guidance and expertise from senior staff. Salary range (in British Columbia): 78,600 to 108,100 About Us WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future‑proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future. At WSP: We value our people and our reputation We are locally dedicated with international scale We are future‑focused and challenge the status quo We foster collaboration in everything we do We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable Health and Safety 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. Offers of employment for safety‑sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. #J-18808-Ljbffr