Senior SCADA Engineer

The Opportunity

Senior SCADA Engineer within the Electrical Engineering discipline and the ERI Sector. You will provide senior‑level technical leadership in the design, integration, testing and modernization of SCADA, automation and control systems that power essential industrial, energy, and utility operations across Canada.

Your Impact

• Lead the design, configuration and implementation of SCADA, automation and industrial control systems within electrical substations.
• Develop system architecture, communication networks, HMI standards and integration strategies for complex electrical systems.
• Oversee and perform commissioning, factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) to ensure reliable and safe operation.
• Provide expert guidance on cybersecurity requirements and compliance for operational technology environments.
• Deliver technical leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams, mentoring junior engineers and maintaining quality standards.
• Collaborate with clients, utilities and project partners to deliver future‑ready solutions that improve operational efficiency and resilience.
• Troubleshoot system performance issues, provide high‑value technical insight and support root‑cause analysis.
• Prepare engineering reports, technical specifications and design packages in alignment with ERI sector requirements.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with eligibility or registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada.
• Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering Technology.
• 10+ years of experience in SCADA, automation, industrial control systems or electrical system integration.
• Expertise with RTU and HMI platforms (e.g., RTAC, Ignition, SEL, Ignition) and electrical devices (e.g., power meters, relays).
• Strong understanding of communication protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850 and OPC UA.
• Experience in energy, utilities, industrial or infrastructure environments, ideally related to renewable energy (wind, solar, BESS).
• Knowledge of OT cybersecurity principles and standards (NERC CIP).
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate stakeholders and manage complex technical deliverables.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $99,952 – $137,434
• MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900

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 may be subject to change for business purposes.

Health & Safety

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. 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. 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

Contact

Please submit your application through our official careers portal.