Electrical Engineer - Transportation Buildings

Job summary

Design, calculate, document, review, and seal electrical and lighting systems for transportation and building projects, and support permitting, tendering, and construction administration. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and clients, mentor junior staff, and take responsibility for small to medium-sized projects through their lifecycle.

Job details

Job Description 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 Design the systems that keep Canada moving. Your impact starts here. As an Electrical Engineer with WSP, you will contribute to complex transportation and building projects that support safe, reliable, and sustainable land, air, and water transportation networks. From transit and rail facilities to aviation and municipal infrastructure, your work will help shape communities across Canada. You will be part of multidisciplinary project teams delivering electrical systems for major clients including GO Metrolinx, TTC, YRT, CN, CP, and GTAA, among others. Your Impact Design and deliver electrical systems for transportation and building infrastructure, including power distribution, fire alarm, bounding & grounding, lightning protection, emergency power generator & UPS, internal and external lighting, and lighting control systems. Prepare electrical calculations, conceptual and detailed designs, technical specifications, and construction documentation. Support permit, tender, post‑tender, and construction administration services, including shop drawing reviews and RFIs. Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, structural, technology, architectural, lighting, civil, signaling, and construction management disciplines. Review and seal electrical design for permit and construction. Review and seal lighting and lighting control designs for permit and construction. Contribute to client and stakeholder meetings, representing WSP’s technical expertise and values under the guidance of senior engineers. Mentor and guide junior engineers and EITs in the development of drawings, calculations, and technical deliverables. Take ownership of small to medium‑sized projects as a design engineer and, where appropriate, as a project manager throughout the project lifecycle. Perform individually and as a team member within the electrical discipline. The Skills That Set You Apart Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario (PEO). 5+ years of experience designing electrical systems for buildings, transportation, commercial, and industrial projects. Hands‑on expertise in power distribution, circuiting, emergency lighting, grounding and bonding, emergency power, lighting systems, lighting controls, fire alarm, and life safety systems. Strong working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including OBC, OESC, CEC, CSA, NFPA, IEEE, ASHRAE, and IESNA. Experience performing electrical studies such as load, short circuit, coordination, arc flash, lighting, and grounding analyses. Familiarity with transportation standards, including GO Metrolinx DRM (Design Reference Manual), DMCA, and TTC design manual and specifications. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment. Understanding of project management technical requirements, including schedules and resourcing; a Master’s degree or PMP certification is considered an asset. Exposure to digital environment, including Revit modelling, ACC collaboration, Navisworks, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Bluebeam Session is considered an advantage. Why Choose WSP? 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’s 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 & YT: $98,800 – $130,800 MB & ON: $90,100 – $124,100 NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $89,200 – $118,500 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 with WSP? Bring your technical expertise, curiosity, and drive to a team where your work makes a lasting impact — on projects, communities, and your career. About Us 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 . 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 .

What you’ll do

Design, calculate, document, review, and seal electrical and lighting systems for transportation and building projects, and support permitting, tendering, and construction administration. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and clients, mentor junior staff, and take responsibility for small to medium-sized projects through their lifecycle.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Ontario P.Eng. registration, and at least five years of experience designing electrical systems for buildings, transportation, commercial, or industrial projects. Candidates should have expertise in electrical power, lighting, life safety, applicable codes and standards, and electrical studies; transportation standards and project management knowledge are also relevant.

Listed skills

• Construction Documentation · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Electrical System Design
• Power Distribution
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Grounding And Bonding
• Lightning Protection
• Emergency Power Systems
• Lighting Systems
• Lighting Controls
• Electrical Calculations
• Electrical Studies
• Construction Documentation
• Construction Administration
• Design Coordination
• Project Management
• Mentoring
• Revit

Job areas

• Engineering
• Transportation
• Construction
• Management & Leadership