Intermediate Structural Engineer

WSP CanadaToronto, Ontario, Canada

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

The Opportunity :

WSP is currently seeking a Structural Engineer to join our Buildings group, located at our GTAoffice.

Our Structural team is directly involved with a multitude of different project types, ranging from traditional commercial & industrial buildings, through to specialty buildings in the Rail and Transportation and Energy and Resource sectors. The team thrives by working collaboratively.

If you are keen to take on some of the most exciting projects and to be part of a winning international team; you will get to work and display your skill with colleagues on a local, national and international stage.

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 prioritize 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.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here :

Design of new building structures as well as structural alterations, renovations, and additions to existing buildings;

Preparation of structural integrity and assessment reports;

Design and detailing of structure including calculations and computer modeling, for steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures;

Manage and Coordinate projects with clients and other disciplines;

Collaborate with Senior engineers and drafting personnel to assemble structural drawings;

Respond to Client Request for Proposals;

Perform site reviews and construction administration services during the construction phase;

Coordinate with Architectural, Electrical and Mechanical drawings and attend coordination meetings;

Planning and management of projects

What you'll bring to WSP :

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering;

Post-graduation degree will be considered as an asset;

Registered Professional Engineer with the PEO;

Excellent knowledge of structural theory, the National Building Code of Canada, Ontario Building Code and Canadian design standards (concrete, structural steel, wood, masonry);

Working knowledge of structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, SAP 2000, S-FRAME, and SAFE;

5-10 years of experience in structural design of buildings;

Demonstrated Project Management experience;

Suitable experience in the design of new and renovation projects for a variety of project types including Institutional (schools, data centres, prisons), Commercial (offices, retail stores, retail petroleum facilities), Residential (low-rise multi-family), Transportation (maintenance facilities, transit facilities), Health Care (hospitals, laboratories), and Light Industrial is required;

Seismic analysis and design experience an asset;

Should have general working knowledge of other building disciplines;

Ability to work with minimum supervision;

Experience in structural design or construction; and

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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.