Senior Transmission Lines Engineer, Power Delivery Job Description The Opportunity Join our growing Transmission & Distribution Electrical team and contribute to innovative substation projects that strengthen grid reliability, support renewable energy integration, and help shape Canada’s energy future. The Senior Transmission Line Project Engineer can be located in any of our Power Delivery teams in Ontario or Quebec offices. Your Impact Lead technical aspects of transmission line design projects (34.5kV–500kV), including current lines, relocations, rebuilds, upgrades, structure replacements, and fiber optic additions Prepare and review design deliverables, such as plan and profile drawings, material selection, and construction specifications Conduct quality reviews of internal and subcontractor deliverables Manage and prioritize multiple projects within budget and time constraints Evaluate technical options, criteria, and routes for design merit Apply knowledge of construction standards for high voltage line work Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors to ensure client satisfaction Act as Technical Project Management Lead and maintain strong client relationships Manage project reporting, invoicing, accounts receivable, and unbilled work Develop and monitor scope, schedules, and budgets against plan and contracts Ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and quality requirements Serve as primary liaison between client and project team; understand clientinterests Proactively identify challenges and implement solutions for project success Provide leadership and mentoring to the project team Travel to client offices, field sites,
or vendor facilities as required Support business development activities and participate in proposal preparation The Skills That Set You Apart Civil (BSCE), Mechanical (BSME), or Electrical (BSEE) degree from an accredited university At least ten (10) years experience in transmission design – high voltage and extra high voltage transmission lines including route selection, line and structure spotting, structure design and analysis, and development of construction bid packages Proficiency with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-Lite Experience in a Project Engineering or Project Management capacity working with multidisciplinary teams on complex projects Professional Engineering license (P.Eng.) required Experience with AutoCAD/Microstation, MFAD, and Microsoft Project is strongly preferred Knowledge of transmission line routing, field program planning, project management, EPC projects, and line construction Distribution/underbuild design experience is a plus Managerial and leadership skills Compensation BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $114,600 – $151,800 MB & ON: $104,500 – $143,900 Atlantic Provinces & QC: $103,500 – $137,400 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. EEO and Accessibility Statement WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Senior Transmission Lines Engineer, Power Delivery - C$103,500 - C$151,800 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 WSP
📍 Toronto