Junior Highway Designer

Employer 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 Build the Future with Us At WSP, we design infrastructure that improves mobility and enhances communities. We’re looking for a passionate recent graduate to join our Ontario Highway Design Team in one of our offices (Mississauga, Ottawa or Thornhill). You’ll work on diverse projects—from low-volume secondary highways to high-capacity multi-lane freeways—making a real impact on transportation across Canada. Your Impact • Comprehensive Training & Mentorship: Learn all aspects of highway and drainage design using cutting-edge tools like InRoads, OpenRoads, MicroStation, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, AutoTurn, BIM software (Navisworks, Dynamo, Power BI), and more • Field Experience: Participate in site visits to observe and document existing conditions • Hands-On Design Work: Prepare technical analyses, alignments, geometrics, cost estimates, quantity calculations, reports, and technical memos • Innovative Design Solutions: Develop designs based on planning strategies and pre-engineering studies • Collaborative Environment: Attend technical meetings, prepare presentations, and contribute to team discussions • Quality Assurance: Review and check designs and drawings to ensure top-quality deliverables The Skills That Set You Apart • A university degree in Engineering (Civil preferred) • Some experience in highway/roadway design (an asset), ideally on MTO projects • Intent to register as a Professional Engineer in Ontario when eligible • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn • Adaptability to evolving digital technologies and methodologies • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines • A valid G driver’s license (an asset) Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66 700 – $88 400 MB & ON: $60 900 – $83 800 NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $60 300 – $80 000 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. #BHRWSP