Senior Distribution Lines Engineer, Power

Shape the future of Ontario’s energy systems with WSP’s Distribution team in Toronto. As part of the Power Delivery subsector, our Distribution group leads the design of low to medium voltage overhead and underground lines and the facilities that support them. This role gives you handson exposure to real power delivery challenges and the chance to contribute to projects that keep communities connected and energized.

You’ll take on meaningful work across Canada, applying your technical skills to power distribution projects that directly influence how energy is delivered and maintained. You’ll collaborate with a supportive team of engineers, designers, and stakeholders, gaining the coaching, mentorship, and training needed to grow your expertise and advance your career.

Lead design teams for a wide range of utility projects from small customer requests to large scale system reconfigurations.

Coordinate closely with clients and project managers to ensure seamless project delivery.

Apply engineering calculations to prepare design packages for overhead and underground power distribution systems.

Perform quality checks of design deliverables created by junior and intermediate staff to ensure accuracy, compliance with standards, and consistency across all projects.

Complete tasks such as equipment sizing, material specification, and preparation of construction documentation.

Design and analyze overhead and underground distribution systems using distribution design software.

Apply relevant codes and standards, including CSA, to overhead and underground distribution designs.

Conduct site visits as required and provide support during the construction phase of projects.

Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, quality, and consistency across projects.

Contribute to internal knowledge‑sharing activities and continuous improvement initiatives.