Junior Technologist, Bridges & Civil Structures

WSP is looking for a Junior Technologist with a passion for bridge structures who enjoys being challenged and displays a willingness to work in a variety of settings depending on the season. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of drafting fundamentals and be familiar with common construction materials and methods. This role is based in our Kingston, Ontario office and you will be joining a growing Bridges & Civil Structures team that collaborates on large-scale projects with our other Ontario offices, while also completing unique projects such as movable bridge replacements, heritage stone masonry rehabilitation design, and specialty structural inspections as a Kingston team. Regardless of whether you are a new graduate or a seasoned professional with a few years of experience, if this role sounds interesting to you, please apply and let’s see how you can fit within our team!

Why 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.
• Our Hybrid Work Policy – a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
• 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.

#WeAre WSP

A day in the life:

• While in the office, you will be relied upon to:
  • Prepare engineering contract packages (drawings, specifications, etc.) for bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and other civil structures;
  • Draft to specified standards, utilizing Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit;
  • Work in a collaborative design-drafting environment to incorporate lessons learned and find innovative solutions to complex problems.
• While in the field, you will be relied upon to:
  • Complete inspections of bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and other civil structures as part of an inspection team with another technologist or engineer;
  • Act as a site inspector on an active construction project and represent WSP in daily interactions with both the contractor and client;
  • Document inspection findings using report templates and take photographs, measurements, etc. as required.

What you'll bring to WSP ...

• Diploma from a Technician or Technologist program in Structural, Civil, or Transportation Engineering;
• Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit;
• Willingness to travel to locations throughout Ontario and Canada to complete inspections;
• Familiarity with construction practices and hands-on construction-related experience;
• Experience performing OSIM inspections is considered an asset;
• Demonstrated ability to solve geometric problems involved in linear and angular dimensions, grades, elevations, and alignments for bridge geometry;
• Experience preparing structural steel and reinforced concrete drawings is considered an asset;
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment, share innovative ideas, and a desire to contribute to team projects;
• Willingness to learn from all team members and further develop skills through new experiences;
• Passion for being outdoors and participating in activities that push you outside your comfort zone.