WSP in Africa

Structural Engineer

WSP in Africa  •  Canada (Onsite)  •  44 minutes ago
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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.

We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us

Join our Ports, Marine & Coastal team and apply your structural engineering expertise to some of Canada's most complex infrastructure projects.

We are looking for engineers from a wide range of structural backgrounds, including bridges, transportation infrastructure, industrial facilities, concrete structures, heavy civil projects, and structural rehabilitation.

This role may be based anywhere in Canada. Candidates must be fluent in French and hold a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.

Your Impact

  • Deliver structural engineering solutions for marine, port, coastal, and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
  • Lead technical analyses, design calculations, and engineering assessments.
  • Support multidisciplinary project teams through all phases of project delivery.
  • Conduct structural inspections and develop rehabilitation strategies for existing infrastructure.
  • Prepare and review engineering reports, drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Collaborate directly with clients and project stakeholders.
  • Mentor junior engineers and share technical knowledge across the team.
  • Contribute to innovative projects that advance sustainable and resilient infrastructure.

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering.
  • Fluent French language skills required.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada.
  • 5+ years of structural engineering experience.
  • Experience in bridge engineering, concrete design, industrial structures, transportation infrastructure, buildings, heavy civil works, or structural rehabilitation.
  • Working knowledge of Canadian design codes and engineering standards.
  • Experience managing project tasks and coordinating technical deliverables.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills in multidisciplinary environments.

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: $92,000 – $121,900

MB & ON: $84,000 – $115,600

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $83,100 – $110,400

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 Expand Your Impact?

Join a team where structural engineers from diverse backgrounds can apply their expertise to some of the nation's most important infrastructure projects.

Your next challenge could help shape the future of Canada's ports and coastal communities.

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.

WSP in Africa

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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