Senior Building Electrical Engineer

WSP in Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Top 100 Employer in Canada (2026)

Job summary

WSP's Winnipeg-based team is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead building systems design for exciting Manitoba projects. You will drive power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage solutions from concept to construction, collaborating with architects, owners and contractors to deliver high‑performing, sustainable buildings.

This role emphasizes mentorship of junior staff, technical excellence, and growing client relationships across healthcare, institutional,

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration in Manitoba.
• Significant experience in electrical building systems design within the consulting engineering industry.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian electrical codes, standards, and building regulations.
• Proven expertise designing power distribution, lighting, emergency power, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating with architects, owners, and contractors.
• Proficiency with industry-standard engineering and design software.
• Strong communication, technical writing, and client relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design and delivery of complex building projects from concept through construction.
• Develop innovative power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, communication, security, and building systems solutions that enhance occupant experience and safety.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and sustainable building designs.
• Guide clients through technical decisions by providing trusted engineering expertise and insight.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and designers, helping build technical excellence across the team.
• Drive project success through quality management, technical reviews, and effective coordination with stakeholders.
• Contribute to business growth by strengthening client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
• Influence the future of communities through the design of healthcare, institutional, commercial, industrial, and public infrastructure projects.

Skills

Power distribution

Lighting

Emergency power

Fire alarm systems

Low-voltage systems

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Architect coordination

Client relationship management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

P.Eng. eligibility Manitoba

Job description

WSP's Winnipeg-based team is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead building systems design for exciting Manitoba projects. You will drive power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage solutions from concept to construction, collaborating with architects, owners and contractors to deliver high‑performing, sustainable buildings.

This role emphasizes mentorship of junior staff, technical excellence, and growing client relationships across healthcare, institutional,