Electrical and Controls Drafter/Designer, Power Generation

WSP in Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 102,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Career growth opportunities

Community impact

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Electrical and Controls Designer to shape energy systems across Canada. You will transform P&IDs into complete electrical drawings, prepare drawings suites, and support data-driven, safe installations on major energy projects.

Join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to climate‑aware, resilient infrastructure. Based in Alberta, BC, Ontario, or the Atlantic provinces, with flexible office arrangements to support project delivery.

Qualifications

• A technical diploma in electrical engineering technology from a recognized post‑secondary institution.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in electrical design, ideally within consulting or EPC environments.
• Experience supporting Power Generation Projects required.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with 3D CADD tools is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review P&IDs and transform them into clear, accurate electrical drawings and specifications.
• Generate complete electrical drawing packages for approval, bid, and construction, including single‑line diagrams, schematics, lighting design, control panel details, heat trace design and more.
• Apply engineering and construction standards to evaluate RFQs, quotations, purchase orders, and electrical contract documents.
• Mark up vendor package/skid drawings to meet project specifications and ensure seamless integration across disciplines.
• Provide practical wiring details and technical guidance to support electrical contractors in the field.
• Offer responsive field support during construction, ensuring issues are resolved quickly and safely.
• Coordinate closely with mechanical, process, civil, structural and other teams to achieve shared project goals.
• Prepare requisitions, review BOMs, and contribute to high‑quality deliverables that keep complex projects moving forward.

Skills

Electrical design

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Multidisciplinary coordination

Education

Technical diploma in electrical engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

3D CADD tools

Job description

Electrical and Controls Designer

Build the Future With Us – Step into a role where your technical expertise helps shape energy systems across Canada. From emerging low‑carbon initiatives to major facility design, you’ll contribute to projects that support energy transition, sustainability, and resilient infrastructure across the country.

WSP’s Energy & Process team works coast‑to‑coast, delivering integrated solutions for upstream, midstream, and downstream operations, as well as new and evolving energy markets. As an Electrical and Controls Designer, you’ll join our dynamic Process & Energy Electrical Group and collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to bring impactful, future‑ready projects to life.

This role can be based in any WSP office across Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, or the Atlantic provinces.

Responsibilities

• Review P&IDs and transform them into clear, accurate electrical drawings and specifications.
• Generate complete electrical drawing packages for approval, bid, and construction, including single‑line diagrams, schematics, lighting design, control panel details, heat trace design and more.
• Apply engineering and construction standards to evaluate RFQs, quotations, purchase orders, and electrical contract documents.
• Mark up vendor package/skid drawings to meet project specifications and ensure seamless integration across disciplines.
• Provide practical wiring details and technical guidance to support electrical contractors in the field.
• Offer responsive field support during construction, ensuring issues are resolved quickly and safely.
• Coordinate closely with mechanical, process, civil, structural and other teams to achieve shared project goals.
• Prepare requisitions, review BOMs, and contribute to high‑quality deliverables that keep complex projects moving forward.

Qualifications

• A technical diploma in electrical engineering technology or a related discipline from a recognized post‑secondary institution.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in electrical design, ideally within consulting or EPC environments. Candidates with less experience are also invited to apply in consideration for other opportunities.
• Experience supporting Power Generation Projects required.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with 3D CADD tools is an advantage.
• A detail‑oriented, solutions‑focused mindset with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• A genuine desire to contribute to projects that support climate adaptation, decarbonization, and resilient energy systems.

Benefits

Flexible work and real balance – we encourage you to prioritize what matters. Opportunities for career growth and development are abundant in a company that values innovation and community impact.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 – $102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200

NB, NL, NS, PEI & 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.

EEO and Safety

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.

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.