Intermediate Materials Engineer, Concrete Technology

**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** Your impact starts here. Join WSP's **Materials Engineering team in Vancouver, BC** , where your curiosity for concrete, construction materials, and emerging technologies will help deliver resilient, high-performing infrastructure across British Columbia, Canada, and beyond. In this early-career role, you'll gain hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio of industrial, commercial, municipal, transportation, and residential projects. You'll work alongside experienced specialists in a collaborative, science-driven environment-building a strong technical foundation while contributing to innovation in materials engineering, including the growing application of data-driven and AI-enabled approaches. **Your Impact** + Support materials engineering consulting for new construction, condition assessments, and rehabilitation of concrete and pavement infrastructure. + Perform fieldwork, site reviews, and laboratory testing of concrete and aggregates in accordance with CSA and ASTM standards. + Assist with concrete and pavement mix design, review, optimization, and durability or service-life assessments using analytical and data-driven methods. + Contribute to the development of specifications, technical documentation, and contract administration activities. + Prepare technical reports and proposals under the guidance of senior engineers. + Support structural repair, rehabilitation design, non-destructive evaluation, and innovation initiatives related to advanced materials and digital technologies. **The Skills That Set You Apart** + A degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related discipline. + 3-5 years of experience in materials engineering, construction materials, or a related field. + Exposure to, or strong interest in, **AI applications, data analytics, or digital tools in concrete technology** , materials performance, or infrastructure assessment. + Eligibility for registration as an EIT or P.Eng. with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). + Strong analytical thinking, technical writing, and communication skills, with the ability to apply emerging technologies to practical engineering challenges. + Willingness to travel to project sites and work in varied environmental conditions; a valid BC Driver's License is required. **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** AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: **$77,400 - $102,500** MB & ON: **$70,600 - $97,200** NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: **$69,900 - $92,900** **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. **Ready to Shape the Future?** Make your mark at WSP. Be part of a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and the power of engineering to improve everyday life. If you're ready to grow your expertise and help redefine what's possible in materials engineering, we'd love to hear from you. 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 ( ._

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