# Principal Engineer, Collective Transport and Fleet Electrification

**Company**: WSP
**Location**: Montreal, QC
**Experience**: senior
**Job type**: full-time
**Salary**: $135,200 - $179,100
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Consulting

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## Description

We are seeking a Principal Engineer to play a key technical leadership role in designing electrical infrastructure for collective transport systems and communities across Canada. As a senior engineer, you will contribute to the transition to electrified vehicle fleets and the development of resilient, sustainable, and secure electrical infrastructures.

**Your Impact**

- Lead the technical development of electrical distribution systems for public transport depots, from preliminary studies to detailed design and construction support.

- Design, analyse, and review medium and low-voltage (120 V to 35 kV) systems serving complex facilities, including administrative spaces, maintenance workshops, HVAC systems, lighting, and electric vehicle charging infrastructures.

- Conduct and supervise electrical network studies, including short-circuit, arc flash, grounding, and protection coordination analyses.

- Translate client needs into clear technical requirements and adapted engineering solutions for simple or multidisciplinary projects.

- Provide technical supervision and mentorship to design and drafting team members to support talent development.

- Prepare, revise, and approve electrical plans, specifications, proposals, and tender documents.

- Coordinate with clients, public utilities, municipalities, and engineering partners, in collaboration with the project manager.

- Represent WSP during technical reviews and client meetings, ensuring excellence in quality, safety, and schedule adherence.

**The Skills That Set You Apart**

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

- Over 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in medium and low-voltage electrical system design.

- Registration as an engineer with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).

- Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and Quebec Construction Code (Chapter V).

- Proven experience with electric vehicle charging systems for light, medium, and heavy vehicle fleets.

- Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and contribute to complex, multidisciplinary projects.

- Bilingual French-English, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders across Canada.

- Availability for travel within Canada and a valid driver's license.

**Why Choose WSP?**

- A proudly Canadian company, ranked among the top 100 employers in Canada in 2026.

- A global community of bright minds, with your next idea, mentor, or opportunity always within reach.

- Unlimited possibilities start here, with opportunities to adapt your role to your ambitions.

- Flexible work arrangements, recognizing the importance of balance in our lives.

**Remuneration**

- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK, and YT: $135,200 - $179,100

- MB and ON: $123,300 - $169,800

- NB, NL, NS, PE, and QC: $122,100 - $162,200

## Skills

### Required
- Electrical Engineering
- Canadian Electrical Code
- Quebec Construction Code
- Electric Vehicle Charging Systems
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- French
- English

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