Electrical Technician

WSP in Canada; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 100 Employer in Canada 2026

Flexible work arrangements

Growth opportunities

Job summary

WSP in Canada seeks a qualified Electrical/Instrumentation professional to support the planning and execution of industrial and mining projects across Québec and Canada. You will collaborate with electrical and instrumentation engineers to develop plans, specifications, and design packages for diverse facilities.

The role involves field data collection, site supervision, and commissioning support, with travel within the province and beyond.

Qualifications

• DEC in electrical engineering technology and/or instrumentation is required.
• Experience designing electrical or instrumentation systems for industrial/mining/institutional settings is preferred.
• Ability to travel within the region occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to develop plans, specs, and design packages for industrial/mining/institutional projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and support material estimates for project delivery.
• Develop technical specs for electrical equipment and instrumentation.
• Prepare technical specs and tender documents for electrical/instrumentation/controls.
• Contribute to construction and supervision specifications.
• Conduct field visits to gather data for design development.
• Support technicians on project tasks as needed.
• Attend design team coordination meetings to align deliverables and timelines.
• Provide technical support during site execution and commissioning.

Skills

Electrical design

Instrumentation

Travel to sites

Team collaboration

Consulting engineering (asset)

Site supervision/commissioning (asset)

AutoCAD 2D/3D (asset)

Written and verbal communication

Driver's license

Education

DEC in electrical engineering technology and/or instrumentation

Tools

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible?

With us, you can. You want

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 the World Around You

Join a global industrial and mining team that delivers engineering excellence—while remaining deeply connected to its local communities. As part of WSP’s Resources division (Industrial & Mining), you’ll support the planning and execution of new infrastructure projects and upgrades to existing facilities. Working closely with our electrical and instrumentation engineers, you will contribute directly to projects spanning Québec and across Canada.

Your Impact

• Collaborate with electrical and instrumentation engineers to develop plans, specifications, and detailed design packages for industrial, mining, and institutional projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and support material estimates required for project delivery.
• Select and develop technical specifications for electrical equipment and instrumentation.
• Participate in preparing technical specifications and tender documents for electrical, instrumentation and control scopes.
• Contribute to preparing construction and supervision specifications.
• Conduct field visits to gather technical data required for design development.
• Support technicians assigned to various project tasks as needed.
• Attend coordination meetings with the design team to align deliverables and timelines.
• Provide technical support during site execution and commissioning activities.
• Perform additional related tasks that support efficient project execution.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• College diploma (DEC) in electrical engineering technology and/or instrumentation.
• Experience in designing electrical or instrumentation systems for industrial, mining, or institutional environments (asset).
• Ability to travel within the region occasionally.
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, and problem‑solving mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Consulting engineering experience (asset).
• Experience with site supervision or commissioning (asset).
• Knowledge of AutoCAD 2D/3D (asset).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• ASP Construction safety card (asset).
• Valid driver’s license.

Why Choose WSP?

• 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 across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to your ambitions—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize yours.

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Compensation:

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66,700 – $88,400
• MB & ON: $60,900 – $83,800
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $60,300 – $80,000

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you’re ready to support impactful industrial and mining projects across Québec, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and help shape the future of critical infrastructure across the province.

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.

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 .