Substation Physical Design Engineer

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Our Power subsector, a key component of WSP’s ERI (Energy, Resources and Industry) sector, supports clients from coast to coast. Over the decades, we have developed a comprehensive range of services, including technical study preparation in niche areas, project management, detailed design, and site services. Our expertise is widely recognized in the market for both development and rehabilitation projects. Our team of experts collaborates to provide services that align with our vision of meeting and exceeding the highest industry standards through innovation.

To meet our growth challenges, WSP is currently seeking a
Substation Physical Design Engineer
to join our National Electrical Team, located inone of our offices in Alberta
. We are also open to candidates based out of our offices in Saskatchwan or British Columbia.

Join WSP as a Substation Physical Design Engineer and help power the future!
In this role, you’ll take on challenging and impactful projects, designing electric substations for medium and high‑voltage utility systems and renewable energy interconnections. You’ll apply industry codes and standards to create innovative, reliable solutions—producing physical layouts, plan and elevation views, grounding analyses, conduit and cable trough plans, and detailed construction documents. From equipment specifications to bills of materials, your work will set the foundation for safe and efficient energy systems.

You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure milestones are met and expectations exceeded. At WSP, you’ll be part of a dynamic, highly experienced team committed to delivering exceptional engineering services and shaping a sustainable energy future.

Be involved in projects with our Power Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges!

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of
  inclusion
  and
  belonging
• Our
  Flexible
  Work Policy– we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• 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, flexible work options, 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.

What you can expect to do here:

• Perform, mentor, and direct others in the detailed design of medium to high voltage utility substations.
• Perform detailed design of one‑line diagrams, general arrangements, elevation views, conduit and cable routing, substation physical layouts, ground grid layouts and equipment details.
• Perform calculations:
  Lightning Protection, Battery Sizing, AC Station Service Sizing, Conduit / Cable tray sizing, etc.
• Develop technical specifications and design criteria.
• Occasional travel will be required.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma.
• Five (5) to Ten (10) years of experience in utility substation design as outlined below.
• Experience in 15kV through 138kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards.
• Proven experience taking a written design basis memorandum (DBM) or scope of work (SOW) and develop a detailed physical substation design and drawing package using sound engineering judgement and industry/client standards with minimal oversight, and cross-coordinate effectively with civil, P&C, and…