Electrical Engineer - Heritage Buildings

WSP in Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 105,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is recruiting a Licensed Professional Engineer to lead electrical engineering design for the Centre Block Rehabilitation Project in Ottawa, with potential support from Toronto offices. You will shape electrical systems for a national landmark, collaborating across disciplines to deliver constructible, code-compliant solutions.

You will mentor junior engineers, conduct rigorous design reviews, and ensure alignment with Canadian codes, LEED, and ASHRAE standards while guiding project teams

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario.
• Minimum 12 years of electrical engineering and design experience on major complex building projects; heritage-designated projects are a plus.
• Experience with multiple delivery models (CM, Design Build, P3).
• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, Ontario Electrical Safety Code, National Building Code of Canada, and Ontario Building Code.
• Understanding of LEED v4.0 and ASHRAE standards.
• Knowledge of CAN/ULC Standards for Life Safety Systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Eligibility for Canadian Federal Government Enhanced Reliability clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in developing advanced electrical engineering solutions for large building projects.
• Develop technical drawings and specifications for electrical systems.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to deliver integrated solutions.
• Mentor and guide less experienced team members on complex technical challenges.
• Conduct quality reviews to ensure compliance with codes and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Professional Engineer (Ontario)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? 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

Shape Something Different – This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join the iconic Centre Block Rehabilitation Project in Ottawa. This position can also support the project from one of WSP’s offices in Toronto. Centre Block is a national landmark, housing the Senate and the House of Commons. You’ll join an innovative team modernizing and future-proofing this heritage building for generations to come.

Your Impact

• Provide leadership in developing advanced engineering solutions for electrical and electronic building systems, including:
  • Low voltage power distribution (including emergency power and UPS)
  • Lightning protection and grounding
  • Fire detection and voice alarm
  • Public address systems
  • Passive telecommunications and security infrastructure
  • Lighting and lighting controls systems
  • External underground services infrastructure
• Develop technical drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment with architects, engineers, and trade contractors to deliver integrated, constructible solutions.
• Mentor and guide less experienced team members, fostering confidence to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Conduct quality reviews throughout the design process to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and best practices.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario.
• Minimum 12 years of electrical engineering and design experience on major complex building projects; experience with large-scale, heritage-designated projects is a distinct advantage.
• Experience with multiple delivery models (CM, Design Build, P3).
• Detailed working knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, Ontario Electrical Safety Code, National Building Code of Canada, and Ontario Building Code.
• Understanding of LEED v4.0 and ASHRAE standards.
• Working knowledge of CAN/ULC Standards for Life Safety Systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Eligibility for Canadian Federal Government Enhanced Reliability clearance is mandatory for this role.

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

Build What’s Next With WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Compensation

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $114,600 – $151,800

MB & ON: $104,500 – $143,900

Atlantic Provinces & QC: $103,500 – $137,400

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.

About Us

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 .