Experienced Substation Physical Engineer

About the role

This Opportunity Provides technical assistance and guidance for the design and construction support of utility-scale electrical infrastructure projects. The role supports the research, design, and development of high-voltage and medium-voltage transmission and distribution substations, with an emphasis on substation physical design, including layouts, equipment arrangements, grounding and lightning protection systems, and construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Technical assistance and guidance for the design and construction support of utility-scale electrical infrastructure projects.
• Support the research, design, and development of high-voltage and medium-voltage transmission and distribution substations, with an emphasis on substation physical design, including layouts, equipment arrangements, grounding and lightning protection systems, and construction documentation.
• Work may include utility, industrial, and commercial power delivery projects across regulated utility environments.
• Produce accurate calculations, drawings, reports, and technical documentation related to equipment specifications and installation requirements, ensuring work is delivered in accordance with applicable industry codes, standards, safety requirements, and project-specific objectives.
• Collect, compile, and analyze data related to substation equipment, materials, and systems, including development of procurement packages, equipment specifications, and pricing support, while applying applicable IEEE, ANSI, NESC, and utility standards.
• Afford technical and non-technical audiences.
• 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.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in an electrical engineering role performing substation physical design for power transmission and distribution projects, preferably in utility or industrial/commercial environments.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship (including H-1B, OPT, CPT, or other employment-based visas).
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated experience supporting substation physical design deliverables such as general arrangements, layouts, grounding systems, lightning protection, and equipment installation details.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, and design processes applicable to substation projects.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical codes, standards, regulations, and utility requirements.
• Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation tools, spreadsheets, and engineering software.
• Experience with discipline-specific design software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation); familiarity with power system analysis tools (e.g., Aspen, CAPE, ETAP) is a plus.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience). 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in an electrical engineering role performing substation physical design for power transmission and distribution projects, preferably in utility or industrial/commercial environments. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship (including H-1B, OPT, CPT, or other employment-based visas). Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated experience supporting substation physical design deliverables such as general arrangements, layouts, grounding systems, lightning protection, and equipment installation details. Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, and design processes applicable to substation projects. Knowledge of relevant electrical codes, standards, regulations, and utility requirements. Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation tools, spreadsheets, and engineering software. Experience with discipline-specific design software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation); familiarity with power system analysis tools (e.g., Aspen, CAPE, ETAP) is a plus. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Engineering. Engineer in Training Certification.