Intermediate Substation Electrical Engineer

About the role

The Intermediate Substation Electrical (Physical) Engineer will be involved in projects with the Power Delivery Buffalo Substation Team and contribute to a growing organization that meets clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design of low to extra-high voltage substations including One-line diagrams, Schematics, Wiring diagrams, Station physical layouts, Sections/Elevations, Cable and conduit plans and details, Ground grid design and details, Control enclosure design and details, Lightning protection plans, Yard lighting plans, Bills of Materials, Power system studies, Site visits
• Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients
• Learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs
• 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

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience
• BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering) or higher degree, from an accredited university preferably with a power option
• Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering to build on
• Candidates should enjoy living in the Chicago area or have a desire and ability to relocate
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
• 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

• A member of and/or actively participates in local professional practice organizations
• 1+ years of relevant electrical engineering work experience
• Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design
• Engineering In Training certification

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and 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

Pay

Expected Salary (all locations): $67,600 - $111,650

Schedule

Position is located at client offices. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

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.

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