Electrical Project Engineer, Aviation

WSP Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada is looking for a talented Project Engineer to join its Aviation team within the Transportation Systems business line. This role involves working on significant airport infrastructure projects and requires an undergraduate degree in Engineering (preferably Civil), along with 5+ years of experience in aviation or transportation. Candidates should have strong analytical and communication skills, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. The opportunity offers attractive pay and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Attractive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Virtual healthcare

Wellness platform

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in Canada, ideally in aviation, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on airport-related projects is preferred.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate conceptual, functional, and detailed design phases for airport infrastructure projects.
• Develop and review technical specifications, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering drawings, design reports, and presentation materials.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering (Civil preferred)

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible for registration in Ontario

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a talented and driven Project Engineer to join our Aviation team within the Transportation Systems business line. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on some of Canada's most important airport infrastructure projects and support the planning, design, and construction of airside and landside facilities.

As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in multidisciplinary teams, helping deliver high-quality solutions across a range of projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield lighting, de-icing facilities, and more. You’ll gain exposure to every stage of project development, from concept through to construction, while contributing technical expertise, collaboration, and innovation.

This is a great opportunity for a mid-career engineer looking to advance in the aviation industry while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we’re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we’re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we’re open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it’s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here:

• Coordinate conceptual, functional, and detailed design phases for airport infrastructure projects
• Develop and review technical specifications, quantity take-offs, and cost estimates
• Assist in the preparation of engineering drawings, design reports, and presentation materials
• Collaborate closely with internal design teams, subconsultants, and project managers
• Liaise with clients and project stakeholders, supporting communication and issue resolution
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes across design deliverables
• Contribute to proposal preparation, including scope definition, budgeting, and scheduling
• Analyze project schedules to track milestones and critical path activities
• Perform field reviews or attend project sites as required to support design or construction activities
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail, deadlines, and team coordination.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering (Civil preferred) from an accredited institution
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible for registration in Ontario
• 5+ years of engineering experience in Canada, ideally in aviation, transportation, or infrastructure projects
• Experience working on airport-related projects is preferred
• Familiarity with TP312 5th Edition, ICAO, or FAA standards is an asset
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience using project scheduling or modeling tools is an advantage
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to manage deadlines, adapt to shifting priorities, and work both independently and in collaborative team settings
• Willingness to travel to project/client sites as needed
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning, problem-solving, and professional growth

Compensation:

Salary range (in British Columbia): $82,900 - $114,000

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 salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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.

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