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Intermediate Engineer Power Generation, Electrical Engineering
Intermediate Engineer Power Generation, Electrical EngineeringWSP • BC, CA
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Intermediate Engineer Power Generation, Electrical Engineering

Intermediate Engineer Power Generation, Electrical Engineering

WSP • BC, CA
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity :

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Intermediate Electrical Engineer, Power Generation ,to join our dynamic team in one of our British Columbia offices, supporting fossil fuel power generation projects across North America. The successful candidate will provide both engineering / design services and Owner’s Engineer (OE) consulting services , supporting projects from conceptual design through construction and commissioning .

This role involves leadership and hands-on execution of electrical engineering work for power generation facilities, including simple cycle peakers , combined cycle plants , and associated high-voltage substations , power distribution , and balance of plant (BOP) systems.

Why choose WSP?

  • We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
  • Our Flexible Work Policy– we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
  • A 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 the fabric 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 and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, 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 #ERIcareersWSP

What you can expect to do here :

  • Lead and contribute to electrical engineering design for thermal power generation projects from concept through commissioning.
  • Support and deliver OE consulting services for client projects, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards.
  • Perform and lead electrical system studies including load flow, short circuit, coordination, arc flash, and grounding.
  • Develop specifications, perform calculations, and lead the procurement of major electrical equipment such as generators, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, UPS systems, and protection relays.
  • Interface with multidisciplinary teams to address electrical requirements within mechanical and process equipment packages.
  • Support development and review of purchase orders , manage supplier interfaces, support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) , and ensure supplier quality compliance.
  • Provide construction and commissioning support , including field issue resolution, punch list development, and startup support.
  • Ensure designs are compliant with both Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and National Electrical Code (NEC) as required for various project locations.
  • Prepare and review technical documentation , including single-line diagrams, schematics, cable schedules, equipment layouts, and reports.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, project managers, and team members.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and intermediate engineers.
  • What you’ll bring to WSP :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) .
  • Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering for power generation facilities.
  • Strong technical knowledge of power island equipment , high-voltage substations , power distribution systems , and BOP systems .
  • Demonstrated experience with CEC and NEC standards.
  • Proficient in electrical system modeling and analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, EasyPower).
  • Experienced with procurement processes, vendor coordination, FATs, and construction support.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; capable of producing high-quality technical reports and specifications .
  • Willingness and ability to travel periodically across the US and Canada for site visits and meetings.
  • Previous experience in an Owner’s Engineer or consulting role.
  • Experience in both greenfield and brownfield power generation projects.
  • Familiarity with North American utility interconnection requirements.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and mentorship skills.
  • #LI-Hybrid

    Salary range (in British Columbia) : $91,200 - $125,400

    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.

    Job Info

  • Job Identification 74906
  • Posting Date 10 / 24 / 2025, 04 : 35 PM
  • 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.

    At WSP :

  • We value ourpeople and our reputation
  • We are locally dedicated with international scale
  • We are future focused and challenge the status quo
  • We foster collaboration in everything we do
  • We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
  • 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.

    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 job 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.

    WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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