Intermediate Engineer Power Generation, Electrical Engineering

WSP; British Columbia; Hybrid; CAD 91,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in British Columbia is looking for an Intermediate Electrical Engineer with experience in power generation projects. The role involves designing electrical systems, providing consulting services, and compliance with electrical codes. Candidates should hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and have 5-8 years in the field. Offering a competitive salary package, supportive work culture, and opportunities for professional growth. Potential candidates must be willing to travel across the US and Canada for site visits.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive employee-focused benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
• Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering for power generation facilities.
• Demonstrated experience with CEC and NEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to electrical engineering design for thermal power generation projects.
• Support and deliver OE consulting services for client projects.
• Perform and lead electrical system studies including load flow and coordination.

Skills

Technical knowledge of power island equipment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Leadership and mentorship skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

EasyPower

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivatedIntermediate Electrical Engineer, Power Generation,to join our dynamic team in one of our British Columbia offices, supporting fossil fuel power generation projects across North America. The successful candidate will provide bothengineering/design servicesandOwner’s Engineer (OE) consulting services, supporting projects fromconceptual design through construction and commissioning.

This role involves leadership and hands-on execution of electrical engineering work for power generation facilities, includingsimple cycle peakers,combined cycle plants, and associatedhigh-voltage substations,power distribution, andbalance of plant (BOP)systems.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture ofinclusionandbelonging
• OurFlexible 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.
• ACanadiansuccess story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstandingcareer opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and tryingnewthings.
• A phenomenalcollaborativeculture and a workforce filled with genuinelygood peoplewho 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:

• Lead and contribute to electrical engineering design for thermal power generation projects from concept through commissioning.
• Support and deliver OE consulting services for client projects, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards.
• Perform and leadelectrical system studiesincluding load flow, short circuit, coordination, arc flash, and grounding.
• Develop specifications, perform calculations, and lead theprocurementof major electrical equipment such as generators, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, UPS systems, and protection relays.
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams to addresselectrical requirementswithin mechanical and process equipment packages.
• Support development and review ofpurchase orders, manage supplier interfaces, supportFactory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and ensure supplier quality compliance.
• Provideconstruction and commissioning support, including field issue resolution, punch list development, and startup support.
• Ensure designs are compliant with bothCanadian Electrical Code (CEC)andNational Electrical Code (NEC)as required for various project locations.
• Prepare and reviewtechnical documentation, including single-line diagrams, schematics, cable schedules, equipment layouts, and reports.
• Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, project managers, and team members.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and intermediate engineers.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Registered or eligible for registration as aProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.).
• Minimum of5-8 yearsof relevant experience in electrical engineering for power generation facilities.
• Strong technical knowledge ofpower island equipment,high-voltage substations,power distribution systems, andBOP systems.
• Demonstrated experience withCECandNECstandards.
• Proficient in electrical system modeling and analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, EasyPower).
• Experienced with procurement processes, vendor coordination, FATs, and construction support.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; capable of producing high-qualitytechnical reports and specifications.
• Willingness and ability to travel periodically across the US and Canada for site visits and meetings.
• Previous experience in anOwner’s Engineeror consulting role.
• Experience in both greenfield and brownfield power generation projects.
• Familiarity with North American utility interconnection requirements.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and mentorship skills.

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Salary range (in British Columbia):$91,200 - $125,400

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 74906
• Posting Date 10/24/2025, 04:35 PM

About Us

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 ourpeople 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.