Electrical Designer

The Opportunity

As an Electrical Design Technologist , you will join WSP’s Electrical Buildings team , supporting a diverse portfolio of projects across the commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, and transportation sectors. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to technically complex building systems while working alongside experienced engineers and technologists in a collaborative, quality‑driven environment.

Your Impact

• Design electrical systems for a wide range of building types and project locations.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary design teams by developing electrical designs, coordinating with engineers and technicians, and supporting client communication.
• Prepare electrical designs for power distribution systems (normal and backup), lighting, fire alarm, and building infrastructure.
• Ensure electrical designs comply with the National Building Code, Canadian Electrical Code, and other applicable standards.
• Prepare models, drawings, calculations, and specifications using industry‑standard CAD and BIM tools.
• Support construction reviews and contract administration activities.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, authorities having jurisdiction, and internal stakeholders.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Diploma or certificate in Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 4+ years of experience in electrical engineering consulting for buildings and infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of building construction practices and electrical building systems.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to obtain PSPC Reliability clearance (required).
• Eligibility to obtain RCMP clearance is considered an asset.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 – $102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $70,600 – $97,200

Disclosure: 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 wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Important Information

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 .