Senior Water Design Engineer (Process)

Job 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

As a Senior Water Design Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping resilient water infrastructure that supports sustainable communities. You will lead technical design, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to complex projects that protect water resources and enhance quality of life across Canada.

Your Impact

• Lead the planning, detailed design, and delivery of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Apply advanced hydraulic and engineering principles to develop innovative, constructible solutions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and quality assurance for junior engineers and designers.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and stakeholders to deliver projects on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Support proposal development and contribute to business growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, safety, and environmental regulations.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil , Environmental, or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration in Canada.
• Significant experience in water and wastewater system design within a consulting environment.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic modeling, design software, and applicable design standards.
• Proven ability to lead technical tasks and coordinate across disciplines
• Experience working with municipal clients and regulatory agencies.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous professional development.

Why Choose WSP?

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• 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 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.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $114,600 – $151,800

MB & ON: $104,500 – $143,900

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $103,500 – $137,400

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.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

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. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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. Full details here .