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Electrical Engineer, Rail & Transit


Company : WSP in Canada


Location : Markham, York Region


Created : 2025-10-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Overview Join to apply for the Electrical Engineer, Rail & Transit role at WSP in Canada . The Opportunity: WSP is currently hiring Electrical Engineers at all levelsJunior, Intermediate, and Seniorto support the planning, design, and delivery of electrification for major rail and transit infrastructure projects across Canada. You will focus on traction power systemsincluding substations, power distribution, and grounding for electrified railand work with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to help shape the future of railway systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and resilient power networks that meet the evolving needs of clients, operators, communities, and regulatory bodies. Why choose WSP? We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging Flexible Work Policy to support balance in life A Canadian success story, contributing to Canadas growth Opportunity to enhance the environment, transportation, and infrastructure Outstanding career opportunities with growth and collaboration A collaborative culture with a workforce doing important work We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a comprehensive and employee-focused benefits package including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform, as well as strong savings programs and a clear vision for the future. What you can expect to do here: Conduct power system studies including load flow, short circuit, and arc flash analysis to evaluate performance, efficiency, reliability, and safety. Experience with protection coordination studies is an asset Analyze and interpret study results to inform design decisions and ensure compliance with codes and standards Contribute to the design and analysis of electrical systems for rail and transit infrastructure, including substations, single-line diagrams, layout plans, three-line diagrams, and equipment specifications Develop or support grounding and bonding designs following CSA, IEEE, and local safety standards Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate electrical requirements into broader project scopes Prepare, review, and validate engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and compliance documentation Participate in technical reviews, risk assessments, and constructability evaluations throughout the project lifecycle Engage with clients, stakeholders, and authorities by providing technical input and progress updates during design and implementation Support quality assurance and control processes to ensure deliverables meet expectations Contribute to proposals, cost estimates, and project schedules as needed What youll bring to WSP Must-have Skills for both senior and intermediate-level roles: Ability to lead complex projects and mentor cross-functional teams Proven experience with design integration across multidisciplinary projects In-depth knowledge of Canadian and international transit standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g., CSA, IEEE, AREMA, NFPA 130) Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree in electrical engineering. A masters degree is considered an asset Licensure: Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario or eligible for licensure Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports and client-facing documentation Experience Expectations by Level Junior Level: New graduate to 5 years related experience and strong academic foundation Intermediate Level: 512 years related experience, ideally within rail or transit projects Senior Level: 10+ years related experience, ideally within rail or transit projects, with leadership in project delivery and mentoring Technical Skills Solid foundation in power systems, electrical circuits, and control systems Proficiency in power system modelling and analysis tools Ability to analyze data inputs and interpret study results Familiarity with CAD platforms such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Revit for electrical design documentation Understanding of EMC/EMI concepts and mitigation strategies for traction power About Us WSP est lune des plus importantes firmes de services professionnels travers le monde. Notre mission est dassurer la prennit de nos villes et nos environnements. Notre quipe compte plus de 65 000 membres dans le monde. Au Canada uniquement, nous sommes plus de 12 000 personnes impliques dans tous les domaines. Nous trouvons de nouvelles faons dextraire des ressources essentielles et dveloppons des sources dnergie renouvelables pour lavenir. Chez WSP : Nous accordons une grande valeur nos employs et notre rputation Nous uvrons localement, mais avec une envergure internationale Nous sommes axs sur lavenir et remettons en question le statu quo Nous favorisons la collaboration dans tout ce que nous faisons Nous soutenons une culture dautonomie et de responsabilisation Veuillez noter: La sant et la scurit sont des valeurs essentielles pour WSP. Vous devez vous conformer notre politique SSE et aux politiques SSE du client lorsque cela sapplique. Les offres demploi pour des postes impliquant des travaux sur le terrain et la scurit sont conditionnelles tre en mesure deffectuer des tches physiques cls. Lusage du genre masculin inclut le fminin. WSP accueille les personnes mobilit rduite et des accommodements sont disponibles sur demande. WSP souscrit au principe de lquit en matire demploi. Seules les candidatures retenues seront contactes. #J-18808-Ljbffr