Project Engineer, Energy

WSP USA; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Proudly Canadian

Global network

Flexible work

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Canada seeks a senior project engineer to lead multidisciplinary teams on natural gas compressor station projects, guiding design from concept through commissioning. You will coordinate piping, mechanical, electrical, and controls interfaces, drive schedules, and ensure safe, cost-effective outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Chemical engineering, a P.Eng. with Alberta eligibility, and 7–10 years in energy EPC/EPCM or consulting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or related engineering field.
• Registered P.Eng. with APEGA or eligible for Alberta registration.
• 7–10 years of progressive engineering experience in energy (EPC/EPCM) or consulting.
• Experience with natural gas compressor stations, gas processing, pipelines, or similar facilities.
• Strong understanding of compressor station design and operation.
• Knowledge of CSA Z662, ASME B31.3, and Alberta regulations.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams across process, mechanical, piping, civil/structural, electrical, instrumentation, and controls.
• Proven client-facing engineering experience and ability to lead design reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary engineering activities for compressor station projects, driving quality, schedule, cost and performance.
• Develop and review deliverables (P&IDs, PFDs, Line Lists, Equipment Lists, specs, datasheets).
• Facilitate 3D model reviews, HAZOPs, and constructability reviews with multiple disciplines.
• Coordinate interfaces with clients, vendors, fabricators, and construction teams; resolve design issues.
• Manage engineering documentation, registers, schedules, risks and scope changes.
• Support cost estimates, procurement, bids, and vendor document reviews.
• Drive engineering quality through technical reviews and field responses; incorporate site feedback.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and EITs within the project team.

Skills

Project engineering

Multidisciplinary coordination

Client-facing communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

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

Build the Future With Us

Bring your project engineering expertise to complex natural gas infrastructure projects. You’ll play a central role in moving compressor station and related energy projects from conceptual and FEED phases through detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning, connecting multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and field execution to deliver safe, practical, high-quality engineering solutions.

Your Impact

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities for natural gas compressor station and related energy infrastructure projects, driving quality, schedule, cost, and technical performance from early design through commissioning.

• Develop and review key engineering deliverables, including P&IDs, PFDs, Line Lists, Tie-In Lists, Equipment Lists, valve lists, specifications, calculations, datasheets, and engineering registers.

• Facilitate 3D model reviews, HAZOPs, and constructability reviews, coordinating actions across process, mechanical, piping, civil/structural, electrical, instrumentation, and controls disciplines.

• Coordinate technical interfaces with clients, equipment vendors, package suppliers, fabricators, and construction teams, proactively resolving design and execution issues.

• Manage engineering execution documentation, deliverable registers, schedules, technical risks, interdisciplinary interfaces, design changes, and scope changes while supporting change orders where required.

• Support cost estimates, procurement activities, technical bid evaluations, vendor document reviews, risk assessments, and engineering schedules to strengthen project delivery.

• Drive engineering quality and constructability through technical reviews, responses to field queries, field design changes, vendor coordination, and resolution of site issues.

• Guide junior engineers and EITs while remaining actively involved in detailed engineering and helping strengthen the broader project engineering team.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or another relevant engineering discipline.

• Registered P.Eng. with APEGA, or eligible for registration in Alberta.

• 7 to 10 years of progressive engineering experience in the energy industry, preferably within an EPC/EPCM or consulting environment.

• Demonstrated Project Engineering experience with natural gas compressor stations, gas processing facilities, pipeline facilities, or similar energy infrastructure.

• Strong understanding of compressor station design and operation, including compressor packages and associated process, mechanical, piping, utility, control, and safety systems.

• Working knowledge of Canadian natural gas facility requirements, including CSA Z662, ASME B31.3, and applicable Alberta regulatory requirements.

• Demonstrated experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams and technical interfaces across process, mechanical, piping, civil/structural, electrical, instrumentation, and controls.

• Strong client-facing engineering experience, including facilitating design reviews and technical meetings, communicating design issues and recommendations, and balancing detailed engineering responsibilities with mentorship of junior engineers.

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: $106,800 – $141,400

MB & ON: $97,400 – $134,100

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $96,400 – $128,100

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

Bring your natural gas project engineering experience to work where technical leadership and hands‑on problem solving go together.

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.

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 (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .

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 (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies) .