Communication Designer

3 days ago

Kitchener, Canada WSP Global Inc. Full time
Job Description

The Opportunity:

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.

To meet our growth challenges, WSP is currently seeking a Senior Transmission Line Design Engineer – Civil/Structural to join our National Electrical Team, located in Ontario - ideally Thornhill, Etobicoke, Mississauga, Ottawa, Toronto, or Kitchener.

This Transmission Line Engineer – Civil/Structural provides support to technical staff, engineers, and project managers for remediation, permitting, improvement, and construction of infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector. Tasks may include basic assistance with the research, design, concept development, and construction of roads, buildings, tunnels, dams, bridges, and water supply systems, and sewage treatment. Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding assigned material, installations, and construction specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

What you can expect to do here:

  • You will perform engineering duties from conceptual, preliminary and detailed engineering, including final design of new and existing transmission line structures and foundations for medium to high voltage transmission including material selection and construction support through line energization;
  • You will conduct structural analysis, foundation design, wire sag and tension analysis, plan & profile drawing sets, development of design criteria and specifications for transmission line design;
  • You will develop civil site design including earthwork, stabilization, station layouts, etc.;
  • You will be responsible for the delivery of accurate and thorough substation dead ends and transmission line designs that will meet industry standards and specifications, and meet good engineering practice with excellent constructability;
  • You will handle the procurement of materials, project cost estimating, and quality control reviews;
  • You will work with the drafting department to prepare drawings and specifications for various deliverables;
  • You will regularly meet and correspond with clients, material vendors, sub-contractors, etc.;
  • You will travel for project site visits and field reviews as needed;
  • You will actively engage with and support business development initiatives in the transmission line market;
  • You will assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues;
  • You will work with cross-functional teams in executing project work;
  • You will assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field/site work and permitting;
  • You will exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures;
  • You will perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

What you'll bring to WSP:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from a recognized institution;
  • Professional engineering license (P.Eng) required;
  • Minimum of 10+ years of relevant post education experience in a civil/structural engineering capacity designing transmission lines (34.5kV to 735kV) in utility or industrial/commercial environments, preferably within consulting environments;
  • HVDC or underground cable transmission design experience is a plus;
  • Exposure to Substation civil design is a plus;
  • Solid working knowledge of the PLS-CADD suite of design software tools;
  • Proficiency with any of the following programs: LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation;
  • Familiarity with design codes and standards: IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE as well as applicable provincial codes and utility standards;
  • Proficiency in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations;
  • Superb written and verbal communication skills.

#WeAreWSP

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.

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.

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