WSP

Electrical Engineer, Buildings

WSP$98K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of hands-on experience in electrical engineering for building systems.
  • Progressing toward or holding EIT/P.Eng. registration in British Columbia.
  • Proficient with Revit, AutoCAD, and various lighting and power modeling tools.
  • Able to thrive in multidisciplinary team settings, addressing complex engineering challenges.
  • A curious, self-motivated individual with a commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

  • Design electrical systems including power, lighting, and life-safety components.
  • Create technical documentation such as drawings, calculations, and code analysis reports.
  • Assist in project phases including design development and construction administration.
  • Work closely with architects and other engineering teams to develop integrated solutions.
  • Utilize digital design tools for system modeling and analysis.
  • Enhance technical standards and improve quality of documentation.

Benefits

  • Ranked as a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • Access to a global network of professionals for ideas and mentorship.
  • Opportunities for career growth tailored to individual ambitions.
  • Flexibility to maintain a work-life balance, promoting well-being.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Shape the future of buildings across Vancouver Island.
As an Intermediate Electrical Engineer - Buildings in our Victoria office, you'll contribute to creating safe, efficient, and resilient spaces where communities thrive. From modern learning environments to healthcare facilities to commercial developments, your work will help power the systems that keep these environments running.
Your Impact
  • Design electrical building systems, including power distribution, lighting, life-safety, and low-voltage systems.
  • Develop technical drawings, calculations, code analyses, and design reports.
  • Support project delivery through design development, coordination, construction administration, and field reviews.
  • Collaborate closely with architects, mechanical and structural teams to deliver integrated, future-ready solutions.
  • Apply digital tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, lighting calculation platforms, and power analysis software.
  • Contribute to technical excellence by improving design standards, documentation quality, and client value.
The Skills That Set You Apart
  • You have hands-on experience with electrical engineering for buildings - from conceptual design through construction phases.
  • You are progressing toward (or hold) EIT/P.Eng. registration in British Columbia.
  • You are fluent with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, lighting calculation software, and power modeling tools.
  • You excel in multidisciplinary team environments and enjoy solving real-world engineering challenges.
  • You bring curiosity, initiative, and a growth mindset to every project.
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.
Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're ready to bring your expertise to projects that matter, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and shape what's possible for communities - and for your career.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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54,000 employees
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Founded
1959

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