WSP

Intermediate Distribution Lines Engineer, Power Delivery

WSP$98K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering and P.ENG in British Columbia or nearing completion of licensure.
  • 5-10 years experience in distribution line design (4 kV-35 kV), overhead/underground systems.
  • Exposure to powerline design software such as PLS-CADD and SPIDAcalc.
  • Proficient in distribution modeling, structure analysis tools, and CAD/drafting interfaces.
  • Familiar with CSA standards and utility construction practices including grounding and load calculations.
  • Strong problem-solving skills focused on safety, cost, and performance.
  • Ability to collaborate across engineering, environmental, and planning disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • Design overhead and underground power distribution systems for various projects.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, design packages, and construction documentation.
  • Apply distribution design software and ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
  • Coordinate with clients and internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Conduct quality reviews, site visits, and provide construction-phase support.
  • Strengthen client relationships and contribute to project knowledge sharing.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape communities and advance humanity through engineering and design.
  • Recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • Access to a global network of professionals for mentorship and growth.
  • Flexibility in working arrangements to ensure work-life balance.
  • Encouragement for professional growth tailored to individual ambitions.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Build the future with us.
As a Distribution Line Engineer with WSP's Distribution team in any of our British Columbia offices, you'll help design resilient power systems that keep communities connected, energized, and ready for tomorrow.

Working within our Power Delivery subsector, you'll support low- to medium-voltage overhead and underground distribution projects that modernize energy infrastructure and solve real power delivery challenges.

You'll grow your technical expertise through meaningful project work, mentorship, and collaboration with a supportive team of engineers, designers, and stakeholders.

Your Impact
  • Design overhead and underground power distribution systems for projects ranging from customer connections to large-scale system reconfigurations.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, design packages, equipment sizing, material specifications, and construction documentation.
  • Apply distribution design software, relevant codes, and standards, including CSA, to deliver accurate and compliant designs.
  • Coordinate with clients, project managers, and internal teams to support seamless project delivery, estimates, schedules, bids, and engineering support.
  • Conduct quality reviews, site visits, and construction-phase support to maintain safety, accuracy, and project standards.
  • Strengthen client relationships and contribute to continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and high-quality project outcomes.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Degree in Engineering and P.ENG in British Columbia or near final stages of license.
  • Between 5 to 10 years experience with distribution line design (4 kV-35 kV), overhead/underground systems, and utility standards.
  • Exposure to non-linear powerline design software such as PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc, etc
  • Proficiency with distribution modelling, structure analysis tools, and CAD/drafting interfaces -
  • Familiarity with CSA standards, utility construction practices, grounding, clearances, and load calculations.
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to balance safety, cost, and performance.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, environmental, and planning disciplines.

Why Choose WSP?
  • We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
  • Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
  • Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98,800 to $130,800
MB & ON: $90,100 to $124,100
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $89,200 to $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 driven to help shape resilient, sustainable power systems for communities across Canada, this is your moment. Join us and be part of a team that transforms possibility into progress.

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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