Designer (Bilingual), Bridges & Civil Structures

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
. Welcome to
WSP
.

The Opportunity
Shape the World Around You
– Step out from behind the desk and into the field with WSP's Ottawa Bridges & Civil Structures team. This is your chance to apply your engineering education in a hands-on environment where you'll inspect, design, and help repair the bridges and heavy civil structures that connect our communities. You'll work on impactful projects across Ontario, gaining real-world experience while contributing to public safety and infrastructure resilience.

Your Impact

• Conduct field inspections of bridges and civil structures to assess deterioration and structural integrity, helping ensure safe and reliable transportation networks.
• Prepare detailed, accurate inspection reports using digital tools, drawings, and field notes to support engineering decisions and maintenance planning.
• Support the planning and logistics of inspection trips, including equipment preparation and site coordination.
• Contribute to bridge design, repair strategies, load ratings, and construction oversight, gaining exposure to a wide range of structure types and conditions.
• Uphold safety protocols and site-specific procedures to ensure responsible and compliant fieldwork.
• Make ethical decisions aligned with WSP's Code of Conduct, contributing to a culture of integrity and accountability.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering from a CEAB-accredited university.
• Professional working proficiency in both English and French, with experience in French-language professional settings or coursework.
• To qualify for this role, you must be eligible for Canadian Federal Government Reliability clearance (individual must have 5 full years of verifiable current history in Canada to be eligible)
• Familiarity with civil construction codes, regulations, and compliance practices in Ontario and Québec.
• Comfortable working outdoors and at heights (40ft+), including climbing ladders and navigating confined spaces.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, and exposure to engineering software such as SAP2000, CSi Bridge, MIDAS, or S-Frame.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours based on project needs.
• Valid Driver License
• Prior internship or leadership experience in engineering environments is an asset.

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

• Proudly Canadian – born and raised in Québec, now operating in over 40 countries, including Antarctica.
• A global community of 72,000 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'll 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.
• Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare, wellness platforms, savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

Your Next Adventure Starts Here
Are you ready to be part of a global team that's changing the world? Apply now and start your journey with us today.

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

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.

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.