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Do you have the desire to learn? The drive to excel and thrive in an engaged, collaborative environment?

WSP has a new opportunity for a Junior Electrical Engineer/Engineer in Training to join our Process and Mine Infrastructure Design team on a full-time basis based in Mississauga .

Our services, in the core fields of underground mine backfill and dewatered mine tailings for surface disposal, include laboratory testing, conceptual studies through to detail design, engineering design, procurement, construction support, commissioning, and project management for diverse clients in local and global mining markets. Additionally, with our expanded service offering we perform design work for crushing / ore handling systems, mine dewatering, pipeline services, shaft design, fuel and lube station, ventilation, and other underground infrastructure.

*An overview of your role will include:  *  

• Calculations, drafting, and 3D modelling electrical system within a mine infrastructure area, both surface and underground

• Electrical rooms

• Cable trays

• Visiting client facilities at mine sites

• Assist with performing conceptual, feasibility and detailed electrical design work including equipment epecifications

• Preparing, writing, and reviewing proposals and project reports

• Interacting with clients and being responsible for project deliverables and client satisfaction

• Coordinating with other disciplines and other WSP groups

• Participating in WSP’s Health & Safety program

• Assisting with other project work as required

You will have a background in:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• Experience with mining operations would be an asset

• Ability to complete field and office work as necessary, which may involve work outside of normal business hours

• Must be eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training with PEO in Ontario

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD

• Knowledge of programming language (e.g. VB, Python, or other) would be an asset

• Demonstrates a 'Safety First’ focus attitude and traits in line with WSP’s core values

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

• Valid driver’s license

Your benefits at WSP will include:

• Competitive benefits and remuneration packages

• Deepen your expertise in a dynamic work environment

• Innovative and collaborative multidisciplinary projects

• On the job training, mentoring, and coaching

• Global projects and travel opportunities

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• We value our people and our reputation

• We are locally dedicated with international scale

• We are future focused and challenge the status quo

• We foster collaboration in everything we do

• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies)