Senior Electrical Engineer, Water & Wastewater

The OpportunityInnovate and Lead
- In this role, you'll be at the forefront of designing and delivering electrical systems that power critical infrastructure for communities. Based in our Calgary Alberta office, you'll lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions that matter. You will be a primary team member focused on growing the team in a new market.
Your Impact
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be an integral part of our dynamic electrical team and dive into the intricate world of engineering design on power distribution, control systems, communication networks, lighting, fire alarms, and security systems for water and wastewater facilities.
You will be also in a role to demonstrate your writing skills and sharpen your skills by preparing compelling proposals, technical memoranda, design reports, and detailed electrical specifications.
You will engage in dynamic project collaboration and meetings with design team, clients, consultants, and contractors at various stages.
You will collaborate with local utilities and other key players to ensure seamless project execution.
You will work closely with equipment manufacturers and suppliers, incorporating essential design data into our detailed drawings and specifications.
You will be involved in construction services, including shop drawing reviews, responding to requests for information (RFIs), change order assessments, and on-site inspections.
You will dive deep into engineering analysis and electrical system studies including arc flash, short circuits, coordination studies, life cycle assessments, and construction cost estimates.
You will conduct site surveys, gathering critical field data and performing condition assessments.
You will tackle project challenges head-on, managing budgets, schedules, and any unexpected twists.
You will review design documents meticulously, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, codes, and best practices.
You will facilitate seamless collaboration between design and construction teams.
Mentorship : You will share your expertise with junior staff, fostering growth and development.
Business Development : You will be involved in business development, including preparation of proposals.
And More : You will need to be prepared for a dynamic role that may include additional duties as assigned.
The Skills That Set You Apart
10+ years of electrical consulting design experience in the industrial sector, preference for W&WW experience.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering;
P.Eng designation in BCor Alberta.
Expertise in low- and medium-voltage systems, including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and VFDs.
Proficiency in ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower for power system studies.
Knowledge of industrial automation and communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP, DeviceNet).
You will be familiar with relevant codes and standards, including OESC, OBC, IEEE, ASHRAE, CSA, and OHSA.
Familiarity with City of Calgary engineering and drafting standards is an asset.
Valid driver's licence with a clean abstract.
PE is an asset.
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CompensationAB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $114,600 - $151,800
MB & ON: $104,500 - $143,900
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $103,500 - $137,400
DisclosureThe 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.
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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.
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.
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