WSP

Electrical Engineer-in-Training, Buildings

WSP$73K — $97K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Electrical Engineering degree with EIT registration (or eligibility) with EGBC.
  • 2+ years of experience in electrical design consulting for buildings.
  • Curiosity and initiative with attention to detail.
  • Organized approach to managing tasks and deadlines.
  • Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit, AGI, or ETAP is a plus.
  • Working knowledge of Canadian electrical and building codes.

Responsibilities

  • Design electrical systems for various building types across British Columbia and the Yukon.
  • Develop electrical BIM models with architectural and engineering teams.
  • Prepare drawings, technical documentation, and specifications for projects.
  • Apply building codes and standards for compliant designs.
  • Complete system calculations and modeling using industry-standard tools.
  • Participate in construction reviews and assist in phase coordination.
  • Support project teams through communication, coordination, and documentation.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to grow technical capabilities in electrical engineering.
  • Engagement in projects that have meaningful community impacts.
  • Collaborative work environment with diverse teams.
  • Involvement in shaping resilient and innovative building designs.
  • Contribution to quality assurance and successful project outcomes.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Our Electrical Engineering team in Vancouver, BC is shaping the next generation of buildings across British Columbia and the Yukon. As an Electrical Engineer-in-Training, you will help design safer, smarter, resilient spaces-places where people live, learn, heal, and thrive.
Your work will support projects in sectors such as commercial, healthcare, education, transportation, and light industrial, enabling you to grow your technical capabilities and contribute to meaningful, community-impacting outcomes.

Your Impact
  • Design electrical systems-including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, data and security-for diverse building types across BC and the Yukon.
  • Develop electrical BIM models in collaboration with architectural, structural, mechanical and civil teams.
  • Prepare drawings, technical documentation, and specifications supporting project delivery.
  • Apply the BC Building Code, Canadian Electrical Code and relevant standards to ensure compliant, high-quality designs.
  • Complete system calculations and modelling using industry-standard tools.
  • Participate in construction reviews and contribute to construction-phase coordination and administration.
  • Support project teams with timely communication, client coordination and documentation.
  • Contribute to project tracking, quality assurance, and other team processes that drive successful outcomes.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Electrical Engineering degree with EIT registration with EGBC (or eligibility to register).
  • 2+ years of experience in electrical design consulting for buildings.
  • Curiosity, initiative, attention to detail, and an organized approach to managing tasks and deadlines.
  • Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary project teams and contribute to fast-paced submissions.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit, AGI, or ETAP is an asset.
  • Working knowledge of relevant electrical and building codes and standards in Canada.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:$73,400 - $97,200
MB & ON: $67,000 - $92,200
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $66,300 - $88,000

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.

Join Us in Making an Impact

Here, your ideas matter. Your growth matters. Your impact matters.
If you're ready to help shape the built environment and grow your career alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, we'd love to hear from you.

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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