Senior Electrical Engineer

WSP in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a senior electrical engineer with 10+ years of industrial electrical consulting experience to lead design of power distribution, substations, and related systems from our Vancouver office.

You will perform load calculations, develop models in ETAP/EasyPower, produce drawings, and guide junior staff while ensuring compliance with CEC, IEEE, NFPA and NEMA through project delivery from design to commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering; P.Eng designation in British Columbia.
• 10+ years of electrical consulting design experience in the industrial sector.
• Proficiency in ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower for power system studies.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP, DeviceNet).
• Familiarity with Metro Vancouver engineering and drafting standards is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design power distribution, generation, and substation systems for industrial plants, pump stations, and water treatment facilities.
• Perform load calculations and use modelling tools to size transformers, generators, switchgear, MCCs, and other electrical equipment.
• Develop electrical models using ETAP and EasyPower for power flow, short circuit, arc flash, and harmonics analysis.
• Produce detailed drawings and diagrams, including single-line, three-line, grounding layouts, and control schematics.
• Lead internal technical reviews and ensure compliance with codes and standards such as CEC, IEEE, NFPA, and NEMA.
• Manage projects from design through construction, including contract administration, field reviews and commissioning.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to expanding WSP’s industrial electrical service offerings.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Mentoring

Codes & standards

Power systems analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng designation in British Columbia

Tools

ETAP

SKM

EasyPower

Job description

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

Innovate and Lead – In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and delivering electrical systems that power critical infrastructure for communities. Based in our downtown Vancouver office, you’ll lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions that matter.

Your Impact

• Design power distribution, generation, and substation systems for industrial plants, pump stations, and water treatment facilities.
• Perform load calculations and use modelling tools to size transformers, generators, switchgear, MCCs, and other electrical equipment.
• Develop electrical models using ETAP and EasyPower for power flow, short circuit, arc flash, and harmonics analysis.
• Produce detailed drawings and diagrams, including single-line, three-line, grounding layouts, and control schematics.
• Lead internal technical reviews and ensure compliance with codes and standards such as CEC, IEEE, NFPA, and NEMA.
• Manage projects from design through construction, including contract administration, field reviews and commissioning.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to expanding WSP’s industrial electrical service offerings.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 10+ years of electrical consulting design experience in the industrial sector, preference for W&WW experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering; P.Eng designation in British Columbia.
• Expertise in low- and medium-voltage systems, including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and VFDs.
• Proficiency in ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower for power system studies.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP, DeviceNet).
• Familiarity with Metro Vancouver engineering and drafting standards is an asset.
• Valid driver’s licence with a clean abstract.
• PE is an asset.

Why Choose WSP?

• 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’ll 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

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $135,200 – $179,100

MB & ON: $123,300 – $169,800

Atlantic Provinces & QC: $122,100 – $162,200

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 by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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 .