Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer

Apply for the Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer role at WSP in Canada. Opportunity Our Resources 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 wide range of services, including economic studies, project management, detailed design, procurement, site management, commissioning and industrial programming. This division provides a full range of services to industrial and mining projects, including all services offered in the field of engineering from conceptual and feasibility studies to complete detailed engineering in EPCM, to the closure and dismantling of mine sites. Our experts work together to offer our clients services that live up to our vision: to meet the highest standards in the industry and innovate to exceed them. Job Description WSP is currently seeking an Intermediate or Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team located in our Saskatoon, SK office. Reporting to the Manager‑Electrical Engineering, this position plays a key role in leading the design and optimization of electrical power distribution and control system design engineering efforts of both new construction and brownfield heavy industrial projects across the subsector. You will apply your electrical engineering design knowledge on project work from conceptual design and studies through to project completion. Effective communication, technical quality, cost-effectiveness, building and maintaining client relationships, and providing guidance to a team of designers are integral parts of this role. What you can expect to do here You will have safety focus, including consideration of safety in design, construction and operations; You will design designs in areas with hazardous classifications (i.e., flammable gases, combustible dusts); Experience with power systems studies like load flow, short circuit, arc flash analysis, etc. on ETAP, Easy Power, and other software; Specifications and data sheets for switchgear, MCCs, transformers, and other electrical components; Experience in power distribution, motor control and lighting design; Electrical systems design to support clients/other disciplines/departments/offices in the areas of responsibility; Application of regulations to area of expertise and ensuring compliance; Incorporation of safety and risk analysis into equipment designs; Perform engineering calculations; Ability to work with a minimum of instructions, complete tasks independently, make decisions and take responsibility on technical matters; Design management with input from other senior managers on technical decisions; Industrial site reviews and evaluations for design verification / implementation; Travel to various client sites, attend project meetings and conduct field reviews; Coordination with various departments and offices required for project implementation; Write and review technical reports, and construction specifications; Cost estimating review and assistance; Build client relationships and respond to client requests; Mentor junior staff; Design of specialized control and/or communications systems a benefit; Electrical control system design including control panel layouts, component selection, and schematics; Design and integration of control system communications networks including HMI and fiber optics a benefit; Integration of field instrumentation, sensory devices and the associated safety systems into an overall controls package to enable a fully‑functional industrial control system a benefit; Other duties as assigned. What you’ll bring to WSP At least 5+ years of relevant electrical engineering design experience in support of heavy industrial projects; Must be a Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Saskatchewan. Registration in other provinces/states a benefit; Working knowledge of CSA standards, ANSI standards, IEEE standards, Provincial Building Code, and other applicable codes; Working knowledge of power system modelling software; Ability to execute the projects with power system distribution, grounding, lightning protection, lighting, cable support system, fire alarm systems, heat tracing, cathodic protection, etc.; Must be able to attend industrial sites and observe all applicable safety regulations; Project experience in mills, smelters, mines, industrial sites, infrastructure, refinery, ports, material handling, pulp and paper or renewable energy systems is beneficial; Working knowledge of industrial instrumentation, controls, communications and automation a benefit; Control system (PLC, DCS, HMI) programming ability a benefit; Working knowledge of control system modelling software a benefit; Must possess a valid driver’s license; Excellent verbal and written communication skills with working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of programs; Must possess a team player attitude and be able to work in a project team environment. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Professional Services About Us WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future. WSP values We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging; Our flexible work policy supports work‑life balance; Our hybrid work policy enables purposeful collaboration; A Canadian success story – we’re proud to wear the red and white; Enhance the world around you – from the environment to highways, buildings and terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada; Outstanding career opportunities – we’re growing and pushing ourselves each day; A phenomenal collaborative culture with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Health, Safety & Inclusion 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 policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Offers of employment for safety‑sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. Equity and Hiring WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. #J-18808-Ljbffr