Senior Electrical Engineer – Power Generation Lead

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in British Columbia is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for power generation projects across North America. The successful candidate will lead engineering design, deliver consulting services, and ensure compliance with electrical standards. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, P.Eng. certification, and 8-12 years of experience. This role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Flexible work options

Comprehensive employee-focused benefits

Virtual healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-12 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering for power generation facilities.
• Demonstrated experience with CEC and NEC standards.
• Experience in both greenfield and brownfield power generation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to electrical engineering design for thermal power generation projects.
• Support and deliver OE consulting services for client projects.
• Perform and lead electrical system studies.

Skills

Electrical system modeling and analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, EasyPower)

Strong technical knowledge of power island equipment

Leadership and mentorship skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Tools

Proficient in ETAP

Knowledge of CEC and NEC standards

Job description

A leading engineering firm in British Columbia is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for power generation projects across North America. The successful candidate will lead engineering design, deliver consulting services, and ensure compliance with electrical standards. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, P.Eng. certification, and 8-12 years of experience. This role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative workplace culture.