Job Description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

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.

We are WSP

The Opportunity

Design What Comes Next

Join a nationally recognized team shaping the future of renewable energy infrastructure across Canada. As a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) within our Hydropower and Dams team based in Vancouver, you'll contribute to innovative dam, hydropower, and water infrastructure projects that support communities, advance sustainable energy solutions, and strengthen critical infrastructure for generations to come. A structural specialization is considered an asset and will support your growth within this dynamic and collaborative team.

Working alongside industry-leading specialists, you'll gain exposure to a diverse range of greenfield, rehabilitation, and dam safety projects while developing your technical expertise and growing your career within one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms.

Your Impact

Contribute to feasibility studies and detailed engineering designs for new and existing hydropower and dam infrastructure.
Support the design and analysis of reinforced concrete and steel structures for dams, spillways, hydroelectric facilities, and related structures.
Participate in site inspections and field investigations to assess asset condition and support engineering solutions.
Assist in the development of technical drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and supporting design packages that help deliver safe and reliable infrastructure.
Contribute to dam safety assessments and studies that protect communities and critical assets.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Canada to deliver innovative and sustainable project solutions.
Grow your technical capabilities while helping shape the next generation of renewable energy infrastructure.

The Skills That Set You Apart

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent engineering qualification.
Membership in good standing with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC)
Academic or professional exposure to structural engineering principles; experience with concrete and steel structures is considered an asset.
Knowledge of hydropower, water retaining structures, dams, or related infrastructure projects is considered an asset.
Strong technical writing skills with the ability to prepare clear engineering reports and calculations.
Ability to participate in field work, inspections, and site visits as required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with excellent attention to detail.
Effective communication and collaboration skills with a desire to learn and contribute within multidisciplinary project teams.

Why Choose WSP?

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.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $73,400 - $97,200
MB & ON: $67,000 - $92,200
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $66,300 - $88,000

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 Shape the Future?

Bring your curiosity, technical expertise, and passion for sustainable infrastructure to a team that's helping power communities across Canada. Join WSP's Hydropower and Dams team and build a career where your contributions create lasting impact on people, projects, and the environment.

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

About WSP in Africa

We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.

From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, we operate in over 50 countries and employ approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers.

Operating from South Africa, and with a team of over 650+ we deliver innovative projects across sectors: Transport & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Water, Power & Energy and Mining & Metals.

Visit us at https://www.wsp.com/en-ZA/

#WeAreWSP

Industry

Consulting & Advisory

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Johannesburg, ZA

Year Founded

1885

Website

wsp.com

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Civil Engineer-in-Training, Hydropower and Dams