Senior Electrical Engineer

WSP•Markham, ON

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

WSP’s Property & Buildings M&E Team is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in the Thornhill office. This position is based in the GTA region particularly Thornhill or Downtown Toronto office. This role would be well suited for an experienced professional with a strong background in HVAC and plumbing & fire protection systems design, experience in managing complex mechanical engineering projects and who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering innovative engineering solutions. Why WSP? A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer, Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey. We offer attractive pay, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future. #WeAreWSP A day in the life: The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for leading the engineering design of electrical systems for both new construction and retrofit projects This individual can expect to: Lead the design and development of Power, Lighting, Earthing, Grounding and Lightning protection. Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and specifications. Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and other team members. Collaborate and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and Offshore Design team. Ensure all engineering work meets quality standards and codes, while ensuring client expectations are met. Review and approve technical designs, drawings, and specifications. Work closely with other disciplines to develop integrated solutions. Maintain and manage relationships with clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met. 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].

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with minimum of 10 years’ experience in engineering consulting industry with focus on the design of various electrical services for the buildings.
A valid PEO license.
Strong knowledge of Electrical engineering principles, codes, and standards.
Proficiency in relevant software to electrical design, such as REVIT, ETAP, lighting design software like AGI32 or Dialux etc.
Demonstrated experience in leading the design of various electrical system design approaches with at least 5 years of experience either on design and delivery of Data Centre projects in Canada or Science Facilities (Labs, Pharma etc).
Proven ability to lead a electrical design team across complex multidisciplinary projects.
Demonstrated experience in managing projects, including timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and team members.
An ability to work collaboratively with both teams based out of Canada and Offshore design teams.
Desire to participate in client management and business development activities.

Nice To Haves

LEED Accreditation and sustainable design experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of Power, Lighting, Earthing, Grounding and Lightning protection.
Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and other team members.
Collaborate and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and Offshore Design team.
Ensure all engineering work meets quality standards and codes, while ensuring client expectations are met.
Review and approve technical designs, drawings, and specifications.
Work closely with other disciplines to develop integrated solutions.
Maintain and manage relationships with clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.