Substation Physical Design Engineer

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The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us - Join a national team powering Canada's energy transformation. As a Substation Physical Design Engineer, you'll design the infrastructure that keeps communities connected and supports the growth of renewable energy across Western Canada. Based in our Alberta offices (with flexibility for BC or SK), you'll work alongside specialists who set industry benchmarks for excellence.

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, the detailed design of medium to high voltage utility substations.
• Perform detailed design of one-line diagrams, general arrangements, elevation views, conduit and cable routing, substation physical layouts, ground grid layouts and equipment details.
• Perform calculations: Lightning Protection, Battery Sizing, AC Station Service Sizing, Conduit / Cable tray sizing, etc.
• Develop technical specifications and design criteria.
• Occasional travel will be required.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• You bring 5-10 years of hands-on experience designing substations from 15kV to 138kV, with exposure to 230-500kV considered an asset.
• You excel at transforming a design basis memorandum or scope of work into a complete, coordinated physical design package with minimal oversight.
• You're comfortable leading multiple brownfield and greenfield projects in parallel while maintaining quality and accuracy..
• You're experienced with MicroStation or AutoCAD, and exposure to BIM tools such as Inventor, P4A, or Primtech is an asset.
• You bring an engineering degree or technology diploma in Electrical Engineering, supported by a P.Eng. or P.L.(Eng.) designation or interest in registering.
• You thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments and are driven by meaningful work that supports communities and energy resiliency.

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.

Compensation

• (AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT) → $85,100 - $112,800
• (MB & ON) → $77,700 - $107,000
• (NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC) → $76,900 - $102,100

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on 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

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career building the energy systems that power communities across Canada.
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Please Note:

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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).

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