Intermediate Transportation Electrical Engineer

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking an Intermediate Transportation Electrical Engineer to join our Transportation and Infrastructure group in Victoria, BC . This position will play a key role in designing and implementing electrical systems for transportation infrastructure projects.

This is an in-office position based out of Victoria, British Columbia and, while we welcome applicants from across Canada, successful candidates will be expected to be located within the southern Vancouver Island region.

Why Victoria?

• A collaborative group approach with a high level of technical support from colleagues, many of whom have been with the Vancouver Island team for over ten years.

• Our Victoria T & I team frequently sets up social events to foster a solid team atmosphere - some examples include pickleball at the Uptown courts, pub trivia nights, board game nights, company BBQs, and lunches to celebrate work anniversaries or other achievements.

• As a relatively new professional entering the workforce, you will be welcome to join the WSP Developing Professionals Network (DPN), offering professional support and advice from other DPNs across the country.

• Many of our current staff members started as new hires directly from post-secondary studies or junior positions and have moved into senior or management roles through their effort and dedication. We will support you in setting short- and long-term goals and work together on achieving your career aspirations.

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.

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What you can expect to do here:

• Assist in the design and planning of electrical systems related to transportation lighting & signal systems off-property, including Highway and Roadway Lighting, Traffic Signal infrastructure at intersections, Multi-Use Pathway lighting, Pedestrian Crossings, Roundabouts, Sports Fields, Parking Lots, High Mast installations, etc., and other infrastructure.

• Support senior engineers and project managers in executing projects, ensuring they meet technical and regulatory standards.

• Conduct technical analysis and evaluations to ensure the feasibility and efficiency of electrical designs.

• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, material quantity estimates and costs, AGI lighting calculations, and reports.

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project success.

• Identify and resolve technical issues that arise during project execution.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• An undergraduate degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university.

• 3-4 years of experience in designing Roadway Lighting and Traffic Signal electrical systems.

• Professional Engineer in EGBC is required.

• Extensive consulting experience with municipal and provincial clients, utilizing local and provincial design standards specific to Alberta and British Columbia.

• Proficient in managing multiple projects at various stages of design and construction, ensuring adherence to deadlines.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; proficiency in engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit).

• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal, including teamwork and interpersonal abilities.

• Strong time management skills with the ability to respond to changing priorities and meet deadlines both independently and part of a project team.

• Strong focus on managing multiple projects with a solid commitment to exceptional client service on an ongoing basis.

Compensation

Salary range (in British Columbia): $91,200 - $125,400

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 salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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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