Electrical Engineer - Transportation & Infrastructure

WSP in Canada

Markham

On-site

CAD 78,000 - 107,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to shape transportation and infrastructure projects across Canada. You will contribute to design, calculations, and detailed engineering while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects.

Join a leading firm offering opportunities to develop technical expertise, support project delivery from planning through construction, and grow within a collaborative environment across municipal, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
P.Eng designation with PEO or pursuing registration.
5 to 8 years of experience designing electrical systems for transportation, commercial, institutional, or industrial projects.
Experience with power distribution, grounding, fire alarm, lightning protection, emergency power, life safety systems, and related electrical infrastructure.
Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards including OBC, OESC, CEC, CSA, NFPA, IEEE, and ASHRAE.
Experience preparing engineering calculations, specifications, technical reports, and construction documentation.
Familiarity with electrical engineering analysis software for arc flash, load flow, coordination, fault current, grounding, and lighting studies.
Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Experience supporting transportation clients such as Metrolinx, TTC, YRT, CN, CP, or GTAA.
Exposure to Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (DB), AFP, P3, or Alliance project delivery methods.
Experience with control, communication, or security systems is considered an asset.
PMP designation or project coordination experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Contribute to design of plans, calculations, preliminary estimates, and detailed engineering packages for transportation, commercial, institutional, and industrial building projects.
Design electrical systems including power distribution, fire alarm, grounding, lightning protection, emergency power, and life safety generator systems.
Support project delivery through the preparation of technical calculations, specifications, contract documents, and detailed design submissions.
Collaborate with Project Managers, senior engineers, designers, and 3D modelers to develop permit, tender, and construction deliverables.
Participate in contract administration activities including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and supporting construction-phase services.
Coordinate effectively with architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, and other multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Maintain quality standards by supporting design reviews and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders while contributing to successful project outcomes.