Intermediate Substation Designer

About the Role

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Substation Designer for our Freeport, ME office. Be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical design and CADD support on projects to produce designs and specifications for planning, infrastructure, and technical services business lines.
• Support electric utility transmission and distribution substation projects, focusing on physical substation design and/or protection & control (P&C) design support.
• Generate accurate and concise design phase deliverables, including plans, details, models, schematics, specifications, and material lists related to substation design packages.
• Ensure responsibilities are delivered with quality that meets acceptable industry standards for design, accuracy, and functionality.
• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from physical work sites, surveys, structural concepts, blueprints, schematics, and other sources to support drafting and design activities.
• Use 3D CADD software to resolve design details or discrepancies and prepare precise drawings for projects of basic complexity.
• Provide routine technical design assistance, ensuring proper illustration, fit, form, and function using geometric dimensioning, tolerance, and quantity calculations.
• Assist with verifying calculations, design, change orders, and interpretation of contract plans and specifications, escalating any issues for resolution.
• Work with cross-functional teams to execute project work and ensure plans adhere to city, state, and federal regulations.
• Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by engineers and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and technical professionals on assigned project phases and tasks.
• Complete training on assigned tasks and exhibit basic knowledge of current drafting and design support practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant post-education experience in discipline with prior drafting and design support experience.
• Highly familiar with drafting and design support principles, practices, methods, and techniques.
• Highly familiar with relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Developing analytical skills with the ability to evaluate information and apply sound judgment under supervision.
• Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to learn new techniques, manage multiple tasks, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, math principles, spreadsheets, and related tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a closely related discipline is preferred.
• Essential professional licensure/certification.

Disclaimer: Relocation is not available for this role.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.