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The Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer will share responsibility with the rest of the department to produce a product consistent with WSP's mission statement and our culture. They are expected to support the department in achieving the goals of the department, maintain WSP's high-quality standards, promote internal teamwork and meet the needs of our clients.
WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.
Perform the detailed design of low to extra high voltage substations including, but not limited to: o One-line diagrams o Schematics o Wiring diagrams o SCADA o Communications o Station physical layouts o Sections/Elevations o Cable and conduit plans and details o Ground grid design and details o Foundation plans and details o Structural plans and details o Control enclosure design and details o Lightning protection plans o Yard lighting plans o Bills of Materials o Site visits
Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients.
Shall learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs.
Occasional travel.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of substation design, including new substations, expansions, equipment replacements, protection and control upgrades, physical layout modifications, and associated fiber optic and communications improvements.
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Required Qualifications
BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering) or BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree, preferably with a power option from an accredited university.
0-1 years of experience
Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering to build on.
The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications
Three months or more of relevant electrical engineering work experience; could be on an internship or co-op basis.
Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design.
Engineer Intern certificate (EI) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
Disclaimer:
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $76,800 - $93,800
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP is a global professional services firm headquartered in Montréal, providing engineering, advisory, and science-based expertise. It serves clients across transportation and infrastructure, property and buildings, earth and environment, energy, water, and other sectors.
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