Design Technician, Food Services & Hospitality
Posted A month ago
Job Description
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
Shape Something Different - Join our Food Services & Hospitality team in Ottawa and contribute to projects that enhance public and private spaces. As a Junior Design Technician, you'll work on food service layouts and hospitality design projects, gaining hands-on experience in drafting, modeling, and site reviews while collaborating with experts who support your growth.
Your Impact
- Operate AutoCAD and Revit to prepare engineering drawings for food service projects.
- Assist in designing equipment layouts for commercial kitchens and hospitality spaces.
- Coordinate with project teams, vendors, engineers, and architects to ensure seamless delivery.
- Execute design directions provided by senior leaders and contribute to problem-solving efforts.
- Participate in occasional site visits for design reviews and compliance checks.
- Support project documentation and maintain accuracy throughout all phases.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- Diploma in Interior Design, Architectural, or Engineering Technology.
- 1-4 years of experience in drafting and design, preferably in food service or hospitality projects.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, including creating and modifying families and parameters.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
- Familiarity with hospitality operations and commercial kitchen layouts is an asset.
- Eligibility for Canadian Federal Government Enhanced Reliability clearance (mandatory).
- French language proficiency 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 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.
#WeAreWSP
Compensation
BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $57,500 - $76,200
MB & ON: $52,500 - $72,300
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $52,000 - $69,000
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.
Grow Your Future
Ready to design spaces that make a difference? Apply today and start shaping what's next with WSP.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 .
About WSP Canada
Industry
EngineeringCompany Size
5001-10,000 employees
Application closing date is 2026-04-21
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