What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP   The Opportunity Lead intelligent control systems that shape the future of Energy—starting in Calgary. This role puts you at the centre of digital delivery and operational excellence. As an Automation Lead, you will drive automation strategy and execution across complex projects, helping teams work smarter, faster, and more safely. From concept through deployment, your work will influence how infrastructure is designed, delivered, and operated across Western Canada and beyond.   Your Impact

• Lead the design and implementation of automation solutions across engineering and operational workflows
• Drive business development to support project growth
• Translate business and project needs into scalable automation strategies and roadmaps
• Champion continuous improvement through intelligent automation, scripting, and system integration
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to embed automation into project delivery and digital platforms
• Mentor and guide team members, building capability and consistency across automation practices
• Evaluate emerging tools and technologies to strengthen efficiency, quality, and reliability
• Support governance, standards, and best practices for automation across projects and programs   The Skills That Set You Apart
• Proven experience leading automation initiatives in engineering, energy, and oil and gas environments
• Strong hands on background with automation tools and system integration (e.g., Rockwell, ABB, DeltaV, Siemens)
• Experience working across complex, multi stakeholder projects with measurable delivery outcomes
• Ability to balance technical depth with strategic thinking and practical execution
• A track record of mentoring others and influencing adoption of new ways of working   Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
• 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. Whether it is across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours #WeAreWSP   Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK and YT: $135,200 – $179,100 MB and ON: $123,300 – $169,800 NB, NL, NS, PEI and QC: $122,100 – $162,200   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. Ready to Shape the Future?

Bring your automation expertise to a team that values innovation, impact, and growth. At WSP, your ideas do not just improve processes—they help redefine what is possible.

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.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

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.

Join us.

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 [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety].

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 [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies].