Engineering Director, Nuclear

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With WSP, you can. We're the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. Our global minds unite to power local solutions.

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us – This is your chance to be part of a team that's shaping Canada's nuclear infrastructure. As an Engineering Director, Nuclear, you'll spearhead the nuclear division, bringing technical experience in nuclear engineering, knowledge of nuclear engineering processes, and quality standards.

Your Impact Starts Here

Step into a leadership role where your expertise shapes Canada's most complex energy and heavy industrial projects. Reporting to the Vice President of Nuclear, you'll lead our engineering technical team within our Nuclear division, shaping our ERI nuclear portfolio and advancing client success.

Your Impact

• Lead and manage a team of professionals across multiple engineering disciplines, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.
• Provide technical guidance and be accountable for the technical work undertaken by the team.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for nuclear services, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Own processes, policies, and procedures related to nuclear engineering, quality, and training.
• Lead the team managing and coordinating the design interface between the Nuclear Steam Plant (NSP) and Balance of Plant (BOP) portions of a nuclear power plant.
• Ensure department deliverables in projects or advisory services are produced in accordance with budget, schedule, quality, and technical requirements.
• Manage training programs and establish a nuclear safety culture.
• Own the quality program across Canada and integrate with other WSP national and global teams.
• Interface with stakeholders, including Engineering peers, Procurement, Construction representatives, and prospective equipment and/or system vendors.
• Manage joint pursuits across WSP nuclear teams, providing resource skills assessments and capability assessments in partnership with HR.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate nuclear services into broader company initiatives.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in nuclear operations, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation or equivalent in your province of residence required.
• Experience managing engineering work with significant interfacing requirements with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proven experience delivering complex nuclear projects.
• A proven leader with strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety and quality.
• In-depth knowledge of nuclear systems, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong technical expertise in nuclear engineering, excellent leadership and management skills, and a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Experience working within a Quality Management System (CSA N286), and quality standards (CSA N299).
• Experience managing and/or performing work under nuclear Codes and Standards such as CSA N285, CSA N299, etc.
• Security Clearance with Public Services and Procurement Canada is a condition of employment.

Why Choose WSP?

• Proudly Canadian – we're 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 it's across the country or around the globe, we'll help you tailor your role to match your ambition.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $177,000 - $234,400
• MB & ON: $161,500 - $222,300
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $159,900 - $212,300