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WSP USA Mechanical Engineer-in-Training/Designer, Buildings HVAC in Thornhill, Ontario
What if you could redefine what’s possible?
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 – Join our Mechanical team in Markham and play a meaningful role in shaping efficient, sustainable building systems across Ontario. From designing HVAC and plumbing systems to supporting complex multi‑disciplinary projects, you’ll directly contribute to healthier, more resilient spaces for communities.
Your Impact
Design mechanical building systems including HVAC, domestic water, sanitary, storm, and natural gas systems for a variety of projects.
Prepare accurate and coordinated AutoCAD drawings and Revit 3D models to support project delivery.
Apply mechanical engineering principles, Ontario Building Code requirements, and relevant standards including ASHRAE, ASPE, NFPA, and CSA to real‑world solutions.
Perform mechanical calculations, assist in preparing specifications, and contribute to design packages that support project approvals.
Collaborate closely with senior engineers, designers, and cross‑disciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality project outcomes.
Support project management activities such as tracking deliverables, coordinating design updates, and contributing to team planning.
Engage in BIM360 workflows to ensure integrated, efficient, and accurate project documentation.
The Skills That Set You Apart
You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering , with 2–4 years of hands‑on design experience in buildings or infrastructure environments.
You bring applied experience with mechanical building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and natural gas.
You’re proficient in AutoCAD and Revit 3D , and comfortable working within digital engineering and BIM environments.
You understand utility coordination, authority requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
You approach your work with curiosity, accountability, and a desire to learn from senior engineers and project leads.
Registration as an Engineer-in-Training with PEO is an asset.
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 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.
Compensation
Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $63,800 – $88,400
MB & ON: $60,900 – $83,800
NB, NL, NS, PEI & 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.
Make Your Mark with WSP
If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in shaping a sustainable, innovative future.
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 (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .
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 (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies) .