Intermediate Distribution Lines Engineer, Power Delivery

WSP in Canada; Trail; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Distribution Line Engineer to design resilient power distribution systems across Canada with emphasis on BC projects. You’ll work in the Distribution team to handle overhead and underground 4kV–35kV designs, coordinate with clients, and support project delivery.

You will grow your technical expertise through mentorship, collaboration, and hands-on project work, aiming toward P.Eng licensure while upholding safety and engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree and P.Eng in BC or near licensure.
• 5–10 years of experience in distribution line design (4kV–35kV) for overhead/underground systems.
• Familiarity with CSA standards, utility construction practices, grounding, clearances, and load calculations.
• Experience with non-linear powerline design software (PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc) and CAD/drafting interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Design overhead and underground power distribution systems for projects from customer connections to large-scale reconfigurations.
• Prepare engineering calculations, design packages, equipment sizing, material specifications, and construction documentation.
• Apply distribution design software and CSA standards to deliver compliant designs.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, and internal teams for estimates, schedules, bids, and engineering support.
• Conduct quality reviews, site visits, and construction-phase support to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Strengthen client relationships and contribute to knowledge sharing and high-quality project outcomes.

Skills

Problem-solving mindset

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Engineering degree + P.Eng in BC or near licensure

Tools

PLS-CADD

SPIDAcalc

CAD/drafting interfaces

Distribution modelling tools

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

The Opportunity

Build the future with us.

As a Distribution Line Engineer with WSP’s Distribution team in any of our British Columbia offices, you’ll help design resilient power systems that keep communities connected, energized, and ready for tomorrow.

Working within our Power Delivery subsector, you’ll support low- to medium-voltage overhead and underground distribution projects that modernize energy infrastructure and solve real power delivery challenges.

You’ll grow your technical expertise through meaningful project work, mentorship, and collaboration with a supportive team of engineers, designers, and stakeholders.

Your Impact

• Design overhead and underground power distribution systems for projects ranging from customer connections to large-scale system reconfigurations.
• Prepare engineering calculations, design packages, equipment sizing, material specifications, and construction documentation.
• Apply distribution design software, relevant codes, and standards, including CSA, to deliver accurate and compliant designs.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, and internal teams to support seamless project delivery, estimates, schedules, bids, and engineering support.
• Conduct quality reviews, site visits, and construction-phase support to maintain safety, accuracy, and project standards.
• Strengthen client relationships and contribute to continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and high-quality project outcomes.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Degree in Engineering and P.ENG in British Columbia or near final stages of license.
• Between 5 to 10 years experience with distribution line design (4kV–35kV), overhead/underground systems, and utility standards.
• Exposure to non-linear powerline design software such as PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc, etc
• Proficiency with distribution modelling, structure analysis tools, and CAD/drafting interfaces.
• Familiarity with CSA standards, utility construction practices, grounding, clearances, and load calculations.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset with the ability to balance safety, cost, and performance.
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, environmental, and planning disciplines.

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 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

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98,800 to $130,800
• MB & ON: $90,100 to $124,100
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $89,200 to $118,500

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 driven to help shape resilient, sustainable power systems for communities across Canada, this is your moment. Join us and be part of a team that transforms possibility into progress.

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 .