Electrical Engineer – Building Systems (Vancouver)

WSP Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada in Vancouver is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Buildings team and shape sustainable, people-centric buildings across British Columbia. You will design electrical systems, produce robust calculations, drawings and specifications, and coordinate with architects and engineers to deliver integrated designs.

You will apply Canadian codes and energy-saving strategies through all design stages from concept to construction, ensuring safe, compliant installations.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in electrical engineering for building systems.
• P.Eng with EGBC or licensure in progress.
• Experience on building-focused projects (commercial, institutional, healthcare, educational, mixed-use or civic).
• Experience across design stages from concept to construction.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit and electrical design/calculation software.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary teamwork to deliver integrated designs.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical building systems including power distribution, lighting, life safety, communications and integrated energy solutions.
• Deliver clear calculations, drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Collaborate with architects and multidisciplinary teams for coordinated designs.
• Support project delivery from concept through construction, including site reviews and contractor queries.
• Apply Canadian codes, standards and best practices for safe, high-quality systems.
• Integrate sustainability and low-carbon strategies into building electrical designs.
• Communicate design intent to internal teams, clients and partners.

Skills

Progressive experience in electrical &

P.Eng with EGBC licensure

Building-focused projects

Design through construction

AutoCAD

Revit

Electrical design software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng licensure or licensure in progress (EGBC)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Electrical calculation software

Job description

WSP Canada in Vancouver is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Buildings team and shape sustainable, people-centric buildings across British Columbia. You will design electrical systems, produce robust calculations, drawings and specifications, and coordinate with architects and engineers to deliver integrated designs.

You will apply Canadian codes and energy-saving strategies through all design stages from concept to construction, ensuring safe, compliant installations.