Senior Substation Engineer, Power Delivery

WSP USA; Victoria; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to join a national team powering Canada's energy transformation. You will deliver detailed designs for high-voltage substations across Canada, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams from concept through commissioning to solve complex power-system challenges.

The role requires a PE designation (or eligibility), 10–15 years of substation design experience, and a willingness to travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• P.Eng. designation or eligibility for registration in Canada required.
• At least 10–15 years of experience in substation design engineering within utility, consulting, or industrial environments.
• Experience as a substation design engineer on multiple brownfield and greenfield projects.
• Knowledge of transmission and distribution protection philosophies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design of medium- and high-voltage substations in line with IEEE/ANSI standards.
• Develop one-line diagrams, general arrangements, elevation views, routing plans, layouts, grounding.
• Conduct engineering calculations including lightning protection, battery sizing, and cable sizing.
• Develop protection and control designs for substations.
• Prepare protection philosophies, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Support design basis documents, specifications, calculations, reports, and construction packages.
• Collaborate with clients, utilities, and equipment suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, testing and commissioning.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams delivering renewable energy, utility and industrial projects.
• Share knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Substation design

High-voltage

IEEE/ANSI knowledge

Protection design

One-line diagrams

Grounding layouts

Client-facing communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng. designation or eligibility (Canada)

Tools

IEC 61850

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

— Join a national team powering Canada’s energy transformation. As a Senior Substation Engineer , you'll play a key role in delivering Substation design solutions for high-voltage utility and renewable energy projects across Canada. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you’ll contribute to projects from concept through commissioning while helping clients solve complex power system challenges.

Our Power subsector, a key component of WSP’s ERI (Energy, Resources and Industry) sector, supports clients from coast to coast. Over the decades, we have developed a comprehensive range of services, including technical study preparation in niche areas, project management, detailed design, and site services. Our expertise is widely recognized in the market for both development and rehabilitation projects. Our team of experts collaborates to provide services that align with our vision of meeting and exceeding the highest industry standards through innovation.

Your Impact

• Perform detailed design of medium- and high-voltage utility substations as an experienced senior engineer in accordance with applicable industry standards, including IEEE and ANSI standards.
• Develop one-line diagrams, general arrangements, elevation views, conduit and cable routing plans, substation physical layouts, grounding layouts, and equipment details.
• Perform engineering calculations, including lightning protection, battery sizing, AC station service sizing, cable ampacities and conduit and cable tray sizing.
• Develop protection and control designs for transmission and distribution substations.
• Prepare protection philosophies, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Support the development of design basis documents, technical specifications, engineering calculations, reports, and construction packages.
• Collaborate with clients, utilities, equipment suppliers, and project stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning.
• Participate in multidisciplinary project teams delivering renewable energy, utility, and industrial power projects.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and share technical knowledge across the team.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration in Canada.
• At least 10 to 15 years' experience in substation design engineering within utility, consulting, or industrial environments.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a substation design engineer on multiple concurrent brownfield and greenfield projects.
• Working knowledge of transmission and distribution protection philosophies and industry standards.
• Experience in substation design at 500 kV voltage level is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of IEC 61850 communication protocols and digital substations is considered an asset.
• Strong technical writing, problem-solving, and client-facing communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced project environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to client facilities, substations, or project sites

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

• 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 — we help you tailor your career to match your ambitions.
• Flexible work, real balance — we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP #WithUsYouCan #LI-Hybrid

Compensation:

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $60.20 – $79.80

MB & ON: $54.90 – $75.70

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $54.40 – $72.20

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

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) .