Senior Distribution Lines Engineer, Power Delivery

The Opportunity
As a Senior Distribution Line Engineer you will help shape resilient power systems that keep communities connected and prepared for tomorrow. Your work will influence how energy is delivered, modernized, and maintained, supporting safe, reliable infrastructure in rapidly evolving grid environments.

You will work with the Distribution team across any of our offices in BC, leading the design of low to medium voltage overhead and underground lines and the facilities that support them. This role gives you hands‑on exposure to real power delivery challenges and the chance to contribute to projects that keep communities connected and energized.

Your Impact

Lead design teams for a wide range of utility projects from small customer requests to large scale system reconfigurations.

Coordinate closely with clients and project managers to ensure seamless project delivery.

Apply engineering calculations to prepare design packages for overhead and underground power distribution systems.

Perform quality checks of design deliverables created by junior and intermediate staff to ensure accuracy, compliance with standards, and consistency across all projects.

Complete tasks such as equipment sizing, material specification, and preparation of construction documentation.

Design and analyze overhead and underground distribution systems using distribution design software.

Apply relevant codes and standards, including CSA, to overhead and underground distribution designs.

Conduct site visits as required and provide support during the construction phase of projects.

Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, quality, and consistency across projects.

Contribute to internal knowledge‑sharing activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Deliver high‑quality work on time and within budget.

Manage and develop project estimates, schedules, bids, and engineering support.

Network with clients and maintain client relationships.

Perform additional responsibilities as required to support business needs.

The Skills That Set You Apart

Degree in Engineering and current P.Eng license in British Columbia.

At least 10 to 15 years of experience with distribution line design (4kV‑35kV), overhead/underground systems, and utility standards.

Experience in the design, operation, construction, and maintenance of overhead and underground distribution lines.

Exposure to non‑linear powerline design software such as PLS‑CADD, SPIDAcalc, etc.

Exposure to utility standards, CSA, and an understanding of powerline construction techniques.

Familiarity with CSA standards, utility construction practices, grounding, clearances, and load calculations.

The ability to lead and direct a team of Engineers, Designers, and Drafters.

Strong problem‑solving mindset with the ability to balance safety, cost, and performance.

Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, environmental, and planning disciplines.

Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $114,600–$151,800
MB & ON: $104,500–$143,900
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $103,500–$137,400

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.

EEO Statement
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.

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