Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT)

WSP in Canada; Markham; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Thornhill, Ontario, seeks an Electrical Engineer in Training to join our Building and Transportation Mechanical and Electrical team. You will contribute to electrical design for transportation and building projects, producing coordinated drawings and models while applying codes and standards.

This role offers growth through collaboration with experienced engineers. You will develop engineering practice with BIM 360 workflows and engage in design reviews, ensuring safe, efficient, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required.
• 2–4 years of experience in electrical design for buildings/transport.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit 3D; familiarity with BIM 360 workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for power distribution, lighting, fire alarms, and emergency power in buildings and transportation projects.
• Produce AutoCAD drawings and Revit 3D models documenting electrical design intent.
• Apply Ontario Building Code and Electrical Safety Authority requirements for safe, compliant solutions.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to meet milestones and quality objectives.
• Develop specifications, calculations and project documentation while supporting BIM workflows.
• Contribute to design reviews and coordination meetings to identify issues early.

Skills

Electrical design

Team collaboration

Code compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) status or eligible

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit 3D

BIM 360

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 — You're not just looking for another job – you want to shape something. This is your chance to make an impact as an Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT) with a team that thrives on curiosity, connection, and collaboration.

Based in our Thornhill office, you'll join our Building and Transportation Mechanical and Electrical team and contribute to electrical design for transportation and building projects. Working with advanced digital tools and multidisciplinary teams, you'll help deliver safe, efficient, coordinated, and innovative electrical systems while continuing to develop your engineering practice.

Your Impact

• Design electrical systems for power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarms, and emergency power on transportation and building projects.
• Produce accurate AutoCAD drawings and Revit 3D models that communicate coordinated electrical design intent.
• Apply the Ontario Building Code, Electrical Safety Authority requirements, and IEEE standards to support safe and compliant solutions.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, discipline leads, and multidisciplinary teams to achieve project milestones and quality objectives.
• Develop specifications, calculations, and project documentation while supporting effective BIM 360 workflows.
• Contribute to design reviews and coordination meetings that identify issues early and strengthen seamless project delivery.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; registration as an Engineer in Training with Professional Engineers Ontario is an asset.
• Approximately 2–4 years of experience designing electrical systems for buildings, transportation, healthcare, or light industrial projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit 3D, with familiarity using BIM 360 workflows for coordinated project delivery.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and practices, including Ontario Building Code and Electrical Safety Authority requirements.
• Exposure to utility coordination and working with authorities having jurisdiction on electrical design requirements.
• Familiarity with engineering study software for arc flash, load, fault, coordination, lighting, or grounding analysis 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.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $73,400 - $97,200
• MB & ON: $67,000 - $92,200
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $66,300 - $88,000

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.

Power the Places That Keep People Moving

Turn electrical design into safer, smarter transportation systems and buildings that communities rely on. Bring your ideas to infrastructure built for what comes next.

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.

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 .