Structural Designer, Energy

WSP • Calgary, AB

68d • $69,900 - $102,500

About The Position

Shape Something Different – Join our Energy subsector, a vital part of WSP’s ERI
(Energy, Resources & Industry) sector, delivering solutions that power Canada’s
energy transition. From upstream and downstream oil and gas to renewable energy
markets, we partner with clients across the full project lifecycle—designing,
engineering, and innovating for a low-carbon future.

Are you ready to help shape the infrastructure that fuels communities today—and
transforms how we power tomorrow? As a Structural Drafter on our Energy team,
you’ll join a powerhouse group of innovators, problem‑solvers, and
world‑builders who thrive on tackling complex challenges across renewable
energy, power generation, and energy‑modernization projects.  Here, your
expertise won’t just support projects—it will energize entire systems and play a
key role in building resilient, future‑ready solutions that advance our clients’
missions and strengthen the communities we serve.

This position can be located in any of our Canadian offices, with preference for
our BC and AB locations.

Requirements

• Engineering Design & Drafting Technology (EDDT) diploma
• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, CADWorx, SP3D, Navis, MS Office, Bluebeam and SharePoint.
• Diligent and organized: deliver high-quality work on time and consistently meet deadlines.
• Adaptable multitasker: effectively juggle priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Enthusiastic problem-solver: embrace challenges and proactively find solutions.
• Communicator and learner: clearly convey and comprehend technical, business, and administrative ideas.
• Coachable team player: open to guidance and expertise from senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate structural engineering drawings including - piling layouts/schedules, concrete layouts/details, structural steel layouts/details and architectural building drawings —based on engineering sketches.
• You’ll collaborate closely with engineers and other disciplines such as Piping and Electrical to coordinate design development, identify and resolve issues.
• Contribute actively to the checking process by critically reviewing markups.
• Use various 3D/CAD software to produce Bills of Material and Pile Schedules.
• Implement revisions based on markups from Engineers, Checkers, and Leads.
• Maintain organized filing systems for drawings and models per department, project, and client guidelines.
• You’ll assist in the training of less experienced drafting personnel.
• Visit Construction site to assist in construction reviews, if required.
• You’ll help foster a supportive and communicative team environment characterized by ownership and camaraderie.

Benefits

• 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’ll 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree