Senior Engineer - Now Hiring (Calgary)

Senior SCADA Engineer – Electrical Engineering Discipline Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SCADA, automation, and industrial control systems within electrical substations. Develop system architecture, communication networks, HMI standards, and integration strategies for complex electrical systems. Oversee and perform commissioning, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT) to ensure systems operate reliably and safely.

Provide expert guidance on cybersecurity requirements and compliance for operational technology environments. Deliver technical leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams, mentoring junior engineers and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with clients, utilities, and project partners to deliver future‑ready solutions that improve operational efficiency and resilience.

Troubleshoot system performance issues, provide high‑value technical insight, and support root‑cause analysis. Prepare engineering reports, technical specifications, and design packages in alignment with ERI sector requirements. Responsibilities Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SCADA, automation, and industrial control systems within electrical substations.

Develop system architecture, communication networks, HMI standards, and integration strategies for complex electrical systems. Oversee and perform commissioning, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT) to ensure systems operate reliably and safely. Provide expert guidance on cybersecurity requirements and compliance for operational technology environments.

Deliver technical leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams, mentoring junior engineers and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with clients, utilities, and project partners to deliver future‑ready solutions that improve operational efficiency and resilience. Troubleshoot system performance issues, provide high‑value technical insight, and support root‑cause analysis.

Prepare engineering reports, technical specifications, and design packages in alignment with ERI sector requirements. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Eligibility or registration as a Professional Engineer. 10+ years of experience in SCADA, automation, industrial control systems, or electrical system integration.

Experience with SEL, Ignition, and other industrial control devices. Experience working in energy, utilities, industrial, or infrastructure environments, ideally related to renewable energy (wind, solar, BESS). Knowledge of OT cybersecurity principles and standards (e.g., NERC CIP).

Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate stakeholders, and manage complex technical deliverables. Compensation NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900 Safety & Health Expected to comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Equal Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr