Electrical Engineering Student - Digital Tools

The Opportunity:

WSP is seeking a motivated and detailed-oriented co-op student with a focus on Electrical Engineering Technology and a strong interest in engineering automation. The successful candidate will join our team to assist in developing, modifying, and optimizing engineering workflows. This position offers hands-on experience with AutoCAD-based tools, electrical schematics, and automation scripting, aligning with our commitment to increase efficiency and quality in design deliverables.

The 4, 8 or 12 month co-op position will be based in Calgary and will be reporting to the Digital Tools Manager, Rail & Transit - Thornhill..

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.

# WeAre WSP

What you can expect to do here:

AutoCAD Electrical Drafting & Design:

• Assist in creating and updating electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and system documentation using AutoCAD Electrical.

• Ensure all drawings adhere to established design standards, industry codes, and project requirements.

Tool and Workflow Automation

• Support the development and refinement of custom add-ins and plug-ins using VB.NET and ObjectARX for AutoCAD.

• Collaborate with the senior developers to streamline repetitive engineering tasks, reduce manual drafting errors, and improve data consistency.

Data Integration & Management:

• Help integrate electrical component libraries, maintain databases, and ensure accurate part and vendor information.

• Contribute to standardizing design elements to enhance scalability and repeatability.

Quality Assurance & Documentation:

• Conduct regular drawing checks, troubleshoot design issues, and identify improvement opportunities in existing workflows.

• Assist in maintaining proper documentation for code repositories, design guidelines, and internal process manuals.

Team Collaboration & Support:

• Work closely with engineers, designers, and software developers to gather requirements, implement feedback, and meet project deadlines.

• Participate in team meetings, providing input on both technical and process-related improvements.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• Enrolled in a recognized Electrical Engineering Technology program or related field (preferably 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year students);

• Excellent academic record;

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (preferably AutoCAD Electrical) for schematics and layouts;

• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and circuit diagrams;

• Familiarity with programming concepts - experience with VB.NET or similar languages and an interest in learning ObjectARX is a strong asset;

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy;

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the willingness to learn from feedback;

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team;

• Prior co-op or internship experience in an engineering environment;

• Knowledge of engineering standards, codes, and best practices.

• Excellent technical, analytical writing, and presentation skills;

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• We value our people and our reputation

• We are locally dedicated with international scale

• We are future focused and challenge the status quo

• We foster collaboration in everything we do

• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

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.

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