Senior Distribution Lines Engineer, Power

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The Opportunity
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As a Senior Distribution Line Engineer , you will help shape resilient power systems that keep communities connected and prepared for tomorrow. Your work will influence how energy is delivered, modernized, and maintained-supporting safe, reliable infrastructure in rapidly evolving grid environments.

Shape the future of Ontario's energy systems with WSP's Distribution team in Toronto. As part of the Power Delivery subsector, our Distribution group leads the design of low to medium voltage overhead and underground lines and the facilities that support them. This role gives you handson exposure to real power delivery challenges and the chance to contribute to projects that keep communities connected and energized.

You'll take on meaningful work across Canada, applying your technical skills to power distribution projects that directly influence how energy is delivered and maintained. You'll collaborate with a supportive team of engineers, designers, and stakeholders, gaining the coaching, mentorship, and training needed to grow your expertise and advance your career.

Your Impact

• Lead design teams for a wide range of utility projects from small customer requests to large scale system reconfigurations.
• Coordinate closely with clients and project managers to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Apply engineering calculations to prepare design packages for overhead and underground power distribution systems.
• Perform quality checks of design deliverables created by junior and intermediate staff to ensure accuracy, compliance with standards, and consistency across all projects.
• Complete tasks such as equipment sizing, material specification, and preparation of construction documentation.
• Design and analyze overhead and underground distribution systems using distribution design software.
• Apply relevant codes and standards, including CSA, to overhead and underground distribution designs.
• Conduct site visits as required and provide support during the construction phase of projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, quality, and consistency across projects.
• Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.
• Manage and develop project estimates, schedules, bids, and engineering support.
• Network with clients and maintain client relationships
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to support business needs

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Degree in Engineering and current P.Eng license in Ontario.
• At least 10 years of experience with distribution line design (4kV-35kV), overhead/underground systems, and utility standards.
• Experience in the design, operation, construction, and maintenance of overhead and underground distribution lines
• Exposure to non-linear powerline design software such as PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc, etc.
• Exposure to utility standards, CSA, and an understanding of powerline construction techniques
• Familiarity with CSA standards, utility construction practices, grounding, clearances, and load calculations.
• The ability to lead and direct a team of Engineers, Designers, and Drafters
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to balance safety, cost, and performance.
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, environmental, and planning disciplines.

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• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
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Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $114,600-$151,800
MB & ON: $104,500-$143,900
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $103,500-$137,400

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.
Make Your Mark with WSP
If you're driven to help shape resilient, sustainable energy systems for communities across Canada, this is your moment. Join us and be part of a team that transforms possibility into progress.At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

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At WSP , you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

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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.

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