Intermediate Highway Designer, Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 18, 2026. WSP scores B on the Alion truth index.
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The Opportunity
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Looking for the next big step in your engineering journey? At WSP, we empower our people to grow, innovate, and lead. As an Intermediate Highway Designer/Engineer, you’ll take ownership of complex projects, collaborate with top-tier professionals, and gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies. This is your chance to shape the future of transportation while advancing your career in a supportive, dynamic environment in our Ontario Highway Design Team in one of our offices (Mississauga, Ottawa or Thornhill).
Your Impact
- Lead Technical Delivery: Ensure the successful design of highways and drainage systems using advanced tools like OpenRoads, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, AutoTurn, and more
- Field Engagement: Participate in site visits to assess and document existing conditions
- Design & Analysis: Prepare alignments, geometrics, cost estimates, quantity calculations, technical reports, and memos
- Collaborate Across Disciplines: Coordinate design inputs from multiple teams for seamless project execution
- Project Planning: Develop level-of-effort estimates, contribute to design schedules, and assist with construction timelines
- Proposal Support: Provide input for proposals and contribute to innovation and “Future Ready” initiatives
- Quality Assurance: Review and check designs and drawings for accuracy and compliance
- Mentorship: Guide and support junior team members to foster growth and excellence
- Client Interaction: Attend technical meetings, prepare presentations, and document meeting minutes
The Skills That Set You Apart
- Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering
- 5-10 years of experience in highway/roadway design (MTO projects preferred)
- P.Eng or Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist designation (an asset)
- Experience with Design-Build/P3 projects (an asset)
- Knowledge of Ontario environmental standards, guidelines, and design manuals
- Familiarity with OpenRoads and MTO CPS/HICO (an asset)
- BIM experience (an asset)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Valid G driver’s license (an asset)
Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $84 500 - $113 500
MB & ON: $77 100 - $107 700
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $76 300 - $102 800
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.