Compression Engineer Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

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The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us

Join WSP's Energy & Process team-part of our ERI sector-supporting projects across Canada and globally, from conventional energy to lowcarbon transition solutions.

In this role, you'll lead complex energy projects from concept through detailed engineering, working in a client-facing capacity and collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-quality outcomes. Based in one of our Canadian offices (with preference for Calgary, or Edmonton)), you'll contribute to impactful work that advances sustainable energy solutions and meets evolving industry demands.

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Your Impact

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and estimation of engineering design activities, guiding projects from initial concept through to the issuance of construction-ready drawings and specifications 
• Drive project success by developing strategies that identify key risks early and ensure delivery against quality, schedule, and cost objectives 
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, providing technical direction and ensuring alignment across all project deliverables 
• Interpret project scope and specifications, ensuring designs meet technical requirements, regulatory standards, and WSP engineering best practices 
• Oversee and approve engineering designs, maintaining quality assurance and ensuring consistency with project goals and company standards 
• Act as the primary technical interface with clients, providing expert guidance and recommendations on complex engineering challenges 
• Support project execution through cost estimating, risk assessment, change management, and the preparation of engineering control documentation 
• Mentor and coach engineers, fostering technical growth, supporting professional development, and strengthening overall team capability

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The Skills That Set You Apart

• Post-Graduate in Engineering;

• P.Eng. or P.Tech. designation;

• At least 10 to 15 years of previous experience in an EPCM environment in the energy industry with 7-10 years direct project engineering experience specifically in Natural Gas transmission and compression projects;

• At least 2 years experience as a technical Project Lead dealing directly with clients and other project stakeholders;

• Experience creating mechanical drawings (PFDs, P&IDs, Isometrics), line designation tables, Shutdown Key and Control Narratives. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, act as main contact with the client and various stakeholders;

• Experience with Risk Management and Management of Change; 

• Experience directly dealing with clients coordinating meetings, creating project status reports and dealing with different groups, stakeholders and disciplines;

• Proven ability to produce high quality work while facing competing priorities and strict deadlines;

• Proven independent project leader;

• Ability to prioritize activities, adapt to change, and stay focused in a dynamic environment;

• Demonstrated skills on concept and developed design optimization programs to guide sound technical guidance for decision making;

• Knows, understands, and complies with all client and corporate procedures;

• Demonstrate sensitivity and discretion when working with confidential information.

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Why Choose WSP?

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Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 - $162,800
MB & ON: $112,100 - $154,400
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $111,000 - $147,400

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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Ready to Lead What's Next in Energy?

Bring your leadership, expertise, and ambition to projects that matter. At WSP, you won't just deliver engineering solutions-you'll help shape the future of energy and sustainability.

Apply today and power what's possible.

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
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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. Full details here.
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
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