Senior Electrical Engineer – Microgrids

WSP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 124,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support EV infrastructure and microgrid projects. Candidates must have a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, with over 5 years of experience in microgrid systems and Professional Engineer registration in Canada. The role offers a salary range of $124,800 to $171,600, reflecting the complexity and importance of the work involved.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Wellness platform

Savings programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of active Professional Engineering experience with microgrid systems.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in one or more Canadian provinces.
• Excellent command of the Canadian Electrical code.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of microgrid applications.
• Prepare and approve specifications for microgrid systems.
• Coordinate with utilities for infrastructure upgrades.
• Prepare business cases for microgrid systems.

Skills

Microgrid systems

Electrical Engineering

Project management

Hydrogen generation

Compressed gas distribution systems

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support the planning, design, and implementation of EV infrastructure, battery energy storage systems (BESS), solar PV, and microgrids for corporate and private medium/heavy‑duty vehicle (MHDV) fleets.

Why choose WSP?

• 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 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. Come find out for yourself what it’s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, 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.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here

• You will lead the technical development of microgrid applications for low‑carbon fleet conversion projects, from preliminary studies to detailed engineering.
• You will prepare, review, and approve specifications for microgrid systems including EV chargers, Solar PV, BESS, generators, energy management systems, and charge management systems.
• Coordinate with utilities for interconnection, load forecasting, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Work with clients to identify their needs and transpose them into requirement registers.
• You will prepare business cases for microgrid systems and on‑site energy storage.
• You will advise clients on the benefits, risks, challenges, and capabilities of microgrid systems and their components according to their needs.
• Oversee members of the design & drafting team.
• Prepare, review, and approve electrical equipment and installation specifications.
• Attend project technical reviews.
• You will prepare and analyze bids and tender documents.
• You will ensure deadlines are respected and that the quality of deliverables is ensured.
• You represent the firm to clients.

What you’ll bring to WSP

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of active Professional Engineering experience with microgrid systems
• Registered as a Professional Engineering in one (1) or more Canadian provinces or territories.
• Experience in Hydrogen generation and/or compressed gas distribution systems is an asset.
• Excellent command of the Canadian Electrical code and local additions.
• Fluent in the English language. Bilingual French and English is highly valued.

Compensation

Salary range (in British Columbia): $124 800 – $171 600

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.