As a Senior Electrical Engineer – Arctic Building Projects , you will play a pivotal role in advancing large‑scale defence, institutional, industrial, and remote infrastructure projects across Canada's North. You will support major pursuit teams for multiple defence‑sector RFPs—helping secure, shape, and deliver the next generation of national infrastructure. This role blends technical excellence, leadership, expertise in alternative delivery (P3/DB), and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams toward innovative, constructible, compliant solutions.

This position can be based out of any WSP office in Canada. Lead or contribute to electrical designs for large, complex, multi‑disciplinary infrastructure projects , including P3 and design‑build delivery. Serve as a Key Individual on defence and infrastructure pursuits, supporting experience narratives, compliance documentation, and technical bid inputs.

Deliver advanced engineering solutions for building electrical and electronic systems, including: Fire detection and voice alarm systems Public address and telecom/security infrastructure Lighting and lighting controls External underground electrical services Provide strategic technical leadership across pursuit and delivery teams on major national programs. Support engineering for Arctic and remote environments , applying design strategies for climate, logistics, constructability, and reliability challenges. Conduct quality reviews to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and client/sector‑specific requirements—particularly defence‑related specifications.

Demonstrated success delivering major, complex infrastructure projects (defence, transportation, industrial, institutional, or utility‑scale). Proven experience in P3, Design‑Build, and alternative delivery —with strong understanding of their technical and commercial requirements. Ability to meet eligibility criteria for security clearance required for defence programs.

Advanced expertise in large‑scale electrical systems design and integration. Previous experience supporting projects in the Arctic is necessary NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $114,900 - $154,800 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. Grâce à l’étendue et à la profondeur inégalées de notre expertise en ingénierie, en services-conseils et en sciences, nos équipes mondiales unissent leurs forces pour offrir des solutions locales. À titre d ’ ingénieur·e principal·e en électricité – Projets Arctique , vous jouerez un rôle clé dans la réalisation de projets d’envergure dans les secteurs de la défense, institutionnel, industriel ainsi que dans les environnements arctiques et éloignés.

Ce rôle combine excellence technique, leadership, expertise en modes de réalisation alternatifs (PPP / conception‑construction) et capacité à guider des équipes multidisciplinaires vers des solutions innovantes, constructibles et conformes. Lead or contribute to electrical designs for large, complex, multi‑disciplinary infrastructure projects , including P3 and design‑build delivery. Serve as a Key Individual on defence and infrastructure pursuits, supporting experience narratives, compliance documentation, and technical bid inputs.

Deliver advanced engineering solutions for building electrical and electronic systems, including: Fire detection and voice alarm systems Public address and telecom/security infrastructure Lighting and lighting controls External underground electrical services Provide strategic technical leadership across pursuit and delivery teams on major national programs. Support engineering for Arctic and remote environments , applying design strategies for climate, logistics, constructability, and reliability challenges. Conduct quality reviews to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and client/sector‑specific requirements—particularly defence‑related specifications.

Expérience démontrée dans la réalisation de projets d’infrastructure majeurs et complexes (défense, transport, industriel, institutionnel ou services publics à grande échelle).



Expérience éprouvée en PPP, conception‑construction et autres modes de réalisation alternatifs, avec une solide compréhension des exigences techniques et commerciales. Des possibilités sans limites – que ce soit au Canada ou ailleurs dans le monde, nous vous aidons à façonner votre parcours selon vos ambitions, car votre croissance alimente la nôtre.

Travail flexible et véritable équilibre – nous reconnaissons l’importance de l’équilibre dans nos vies et vous encourageons à prioriser le vôtre. #Le salaire final attribué à ce poste peut différer de la fourchette indiquée ci‑dessus en fonction de plusieurs facteurs, notamment: formation pertinente, qualifications, certifications, expérience, compétences, niveau de responsabilité, localisation géographique, performance et besoins de l’entreprise ou de l’organisation. 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.

As one of the world’s leading skilled services firms, we partner 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. At WSP , you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future.

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. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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.

📌 Lead Electrical Engineer - Arctic Buildings Projects (Quebec City)
🏢 WSP USA
📍 Quebec City