Instrumentation Technologist/Designer, Power Generation (Victoria)

Instrumentation Technologist/Designer, Power Generation (Victoria)

17 Apr
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WSP in Canada
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Victoria

17 Apr

WSP in Canada

Victoria

Overview

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Chance. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us. Our Energy & Process subsector, part of WSP’s ERI (Energy, Resources & Industry) sector, supports clients from coast to coast—delivering projects ranging from small facilities to integrated megaprojects across upstream, midstream, downstream, and emerging energy-transition markets. Our work strengthens climate adaptation, protects biodiversity, advances low‑carbon solutions, and supports the responsible use of water and marine environments.

Join us as an Instrumentation and Controls Technologist/Drafter and you'll be part of a team supporting the design of complex instrumentation systems used in natural gas pipeline compressor stations, refrigeration plants, oil pump stations, and related industrial facilities in power generation. This is your chance to work alongside passionate experts and contribute to projects that help our clients solve complex challenges and shape a more sustainable future.

Your Impact

- Develop and maintain P&IDs; across all project phases, ensuring process control strategies are accurately represented.
- Build and update instrumentation indexes and datasheets to support clear, accurate engineering and procurement.
- Provide technical support throughout E&I; design development, helping resolve challenges and ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Contribute to TIC cost estimates and engineering/design hour forecasts that inform project planning.
- Prepare, verify, and assemble engineering calculations, specifications, and requisition packages for project issuance.
- Select instrumentation equipment aligned with client standards and project requirements.




- Collaborate with suppliers to verify compliance with specifications and project expectations.
- Lead technical bid evaluations and develop recommendations that support sound procurement decisions.
- Review vendor documentation to confirm alignment with design, safety, and operational requirements.

The Skills That Set You Apart

- A technical diploma in instrumentation, electrical engineering technology, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in a similar instrumentation-focused role, ideally within consulting or industrial project environments.
- Specific Power Generation project experience required.
- Strong understanding of E&I; installation requirements and constructability considerations.
- Experience supporting heavy industrial projects; oil & gas involvement is a strong asset.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with 3D CADD tools is an advantage.
- A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset, with the ability to support complex technical deliverables.

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’ll 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 #WithUsYouCan

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:



$77,400 – $102,500
MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $69,900 – $92,900

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.

About Us

At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers. We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, partnering with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. 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. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions. WSP welcomes 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. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.

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📌 Instrumentation Technologist/Designer, Power Generation (Victoria)
🏢 WSP in Canada
📍 Victoria

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