Intermediate Electrical Engineer, Resources

WSP•Greater Sudbury, ON

4h•CA$89,200 - CA$130,800•Onsite

About The Position

WSP’s Resources subsector, part of its Energy, Resources & Industry business line, supports mining and heavy industrial clients across Canada. The role is based in the Sudbury, Ontario office and involves supporting and leading electrical design for both new construction and brownfield projects. The engineer will influence project outcomes from concept through completion, helping clients operate safely, reliably, and efficiently by shaping the electrical power systems that drive Canada’s mining and industrial sectors.

Requirements

5+ years of electrical engineering design experience supporting heavy industrial facilities.
Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC; additional jurisdictions considered an asset.
Strong understanding of CSA, ANSI, IEEE, building codes, and other relevant standards.
Proficiency in power system modelling tools and familiarity with instrumentation, automation, and control systems.
Ability to execute project work across power distribution, grounding, heat tracing, fire alarms, cathodic protection, and related systems.
Experience working in industrial environments such as mines, mills, refineries, ports, or material‑handling facilities.
Valid driver’s licence and ability to attend industrial sites in accordance with safety requirements.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work within multidiscipline project teams.

Responsibilities

Design electrical power distribution and control systems that support safe, reliable industrial operations.
Apply technical expertise to hazardous classification environments including flammable gases and combustible dusts.
Conduct power system studies—load flow, short‑circuit, arc‑flash analysis—using tools such as ETAP or EasyPower.
Prepare specifications and data sheets for switchgear, MCCs, transformers, and associated equipment.
Deliver electrical systems design across power distribution, motor control, lighting, grounding, lightning protection, and more.
Incorporate regulatory compliance, safety considerations, and risk analysis into every stage of design.
Oversee engineering calculations and verify design accuracy through field reviews and site evaluations.
Coordinate design activities across disciplines and offices to support seamless project execution.
Build relationships with clients, respond to technical inquiries, and provide expert guidance.
Mentor junior staff and help grow the next generation of electrical engineering talent.