Senior Electrical Engineer

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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
.

Innovate and Lead - In this role, you'll be at the forefront of designing and delivering electrical systems that power critical infrastructure for communities. Based in our downtown Vancouver office, you'll lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions that matter.

• Design power distribution, generation, and substation systems for industrial plants, pump stations, and water treatment facilities.
• Perform load calculations and use modelling tools to size transformers, generators, switch gear, MCCs, and other electrical equipment.
• Develop electrical models using ETAP and Easy Power for power flow, short circuit, arc flash, and harmonics analysis.
• Produce detailed drawings and diagrams, including single‑line, three‑line, grounding layouts, and control schematics.
• Lead internal technical reviews and ensure compliance with codes and standards such as CEC, IEEE, NFPA, and NEMA.
• Manage projects from design through construction, including contract administration and field reviews.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to expanding WSP's industrial electrical service offerings.

• 10+ years of electrical consulting design experience in the industrial sector.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering; P.Eng designation in British Columbia.
• Expertise in low- and medium‑voltage systems, including switch gear, transformers, MCCs, and VFDs.
• Proficiency in ETAP, SKM, or Easy Power for power system studies.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP, Device Net).
• Familiarity with Metro Vancouver engineering and drafting standards is an asset.
• Valid driver's licence with a clean abstract.

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

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $135,200 - $179,100

MB & ON: $123,300 - $169,800

Atlantic Provinces & QC: $122,100 - $162,200

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.

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP
:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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