Intermediate Transmission Line Engineer

WSP USA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ontario is seeking an Intermediate Transmission Line Design Engineer to support the design and execution of High Voltage transmission projects. This role involves overseeing project teams, designing solutions, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree and a minimum of three years of experience in transmission design, along with proficiency in industry-standard software.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Collaborative culture

Employee-focused wellness programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in transmission design for High Voltage and Extra High Voltage lines.
• P.Eng licensed or near completion.
• Hands-on work with design software packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead initial project execution and layout planning.
• Perform engineering and design for transmission line projects.
• Prepare and review design deliverables including drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with clients and support project meetings.

Skills

Transmission design experience

PLS-CADD proficiency

Electric utility industry experience

Structural design knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

POLE

TOWER

FAD Tools

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity: Our Power subsector, a key component of WSP’s ERI (Energy, Resources and Industry) sector, supports clients from coast to coast. Over the decades, we have developed a comprehensive range of services, including technical study preparation in niche areas, project management, detailed design, and site services. Our expertise is widely recognized in the market for both development and rehabilitation projects. Our team of experts collaborates to provide services that align with our vision of meeting and exceeding the highest industry standards through innovation.

To meet our growth challenges, WSP’s Canadian team is currently seeking an Intermediate Transmission Line Design Engineer to join our Power Delivery team, located in any of our Ontario or Quebec offices.

WSP is a leader in the delivery of clean energy and Power sector solutions to meet the increasing demand for safe, secure, and sustainable energy for Canadians which requires a substantial expansion of the electricity transmission network. In this role, you will help bring WSP’s vast expertise, experience, and innovation to support our clients, utilities, and communities in the transformation to a new energy future.

Be involved in projects with our Power Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges!

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

• Lead or support initial project execution and layout for efficient planning
• Perform engineering and design for transmission line projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV
• Prepare and review design deliverables, such as plan and profile drawings, material selection, and construction specifications
• Oversee a team of engineers, drafters, and designers on small to medium projects
• Maintain project schedule and budget
• Conduct project meetings and communicate deliverables
• Coordinate with clients and support project meetings
• Ensure workflow and communication across multidisciplinary teams
• Facilitate QA/QC procedures and reviews
• Participate in industry conferences for professional development
• Develop expertise in Transmission Line design and related software/tools
• Prepare project status reports and updates
• Build and maintain client relationships
• Support resource planning for current and future projects
• Participate in new hire screening and review processes
• Contribute to business improvement and planning initiatives

What you’ll bring to WSP

• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management
• At least three (3) years experience in transmission design – design of overhead High Voltage and Extra High Voltage transmission lines including route selection, line and structure spotting, structure design and analysis, and development of construction bid package
• P.Eng licensed or near completion
• Hands-on work experience using PLS-CADD, POLE, TOWER and FAD Tools software packages
• Electric utility industry experience
• Design experience up to 230kV
• Distribution design experience
• Transmission line routing
• Transmission structure foundation design
• Transmission structure load and design
• Cost estimating and scheduling