Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. 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

Your Impact Starts at the Heart of Energy Transformation

Energy systems across Canada are evolving rapidly. This opportunity places you at the intersection of telecommunications networks, power systems, and digital resilience, supporting modernization initiatives that strengthen the reliability, security, and performance of critical energy infrastructure.

You will contribute to projects that enable grid digitalization, cybersecurity readiness, and long‑term operational resilience for power generation and distribution environments.

Your Impact

Deliver telecommunications and network engineering expertise for power generation and distribution systems
Contribute to grid modernization and digital transformation programs across the energy sector
Support the planning, design, implementation, testing, and commissioning of networked infrastructure
Translate technical solutions into clear, actionable insights for clients and senior stakeholders
Participate in cybersecurity risk, threat, and vulnerability assessments for critical assets
Review technical designs and specifications from vendors and project partners
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering, construction, and operations teams
Support client relationships and contribute to proposal development when required

The Skills That Set You Apart

Degree in telecommunications, networking, computer engineering, or a related discipline
A minimum of five years of experience in industrial telecommunications or network engineering, ideally within the energy or utilities sector
Working knowledge of IEC 61850 digital substations, transmission and distribution automation, and OT/IT network architectures
Familiarity with cybersecurity standards and frameworks such as NERC CIP, IEC 62443, NIST, or ISO 2700x
Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNP3, Modbus, OPC UA)
Professional engineering designation (P.Eng.) or eligibility to obtain one is an asset
Bilingual French and English is considered an asset

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 across the country or around the globe, we help tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours
Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance and encourage you to prioritize yours

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 – $138,000
MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

Shape resilient energy systems. Strengthen critical infrastructure. Build a future that matters, with us.

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.

As one of the world’s leading professional 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. 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.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. 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. Full details here .

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. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .

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