Electrical Engineer-in-Training/Designer, Buildings

About the Role

In this role you will design electrical building systems that enhance safety, performance, and sustainability for commercial, institutional, and mixed‑use projects. You will deliver power distribution, lighting, fire‑alarm, and life‑safety designs from concept through construction, apply energy‑efficient principles, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to produce accurate drawings, reports, and specifications while supporting onsite reviews and construction. • Design electrical building systems for safety, performance, and sustainability. • Produce power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and life‑safety designs from concept to construction. • Apply energy‑efficient principles to meet client sustainability goals. • Collaborate with mechanical, structural, sustainability, and architectural teams. • Prepare accurate engineering drawings, technical reports, and specifications. • Support onsite reviews, inspections, and construction to ensure design intent.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸power distribution
• ▸lighting design
• ▸fire alarm
• ▸life safety
• ▸energy efficiency
• ▸engineering drawings

What You Bring

Candidates should have hands‑on experience or co‑op exposure to electrical building systems, be familiar with AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical design software, and be comfortable with site reviews and contractor coordination. Eligibility for EIT registration in British Columbia or equivalent design experience is required, along with a strong passion for safer, energy‑efficient buildings. • Hands‑on experience or co‑op exposure to lighting, power, and life‑safety systems. • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical design software. • Ability to conduct site reviews and coordinate with contractors. • Eligibility for EIT registration in British Columbia or equivalent design experience.

Requirements

• ▸autocad
• ▸revit
• ▸electrical design
• ▸site reviews
• ▸contractor coordination
• ▸eit registration

Benefits

WSP offers a supportive environment that values people, reputation, and collaborative culture. Recognized as a Top 100 Canadian Employer for 2026, the firm provides flexible work arrangements, limitless national and global career growth, and competitive salaries that vary by province, while emphasizing health, safety, and equity commitments. • Access to a global network of experts and mentorship opportunities. • Flexible work arrangements promoting work‑life balance. • Opportunities for national and international career advancement. • Competitive salary ranges varying by province.

Work Environment

Hybrid