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WSP in the U.S. · 2 weeks ago

Senior Physical Substation Engineer

Buffalo, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$86K/yr - $151K/yr

5+ years exp

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms, and they are seeking a Senior Physical Substation Engineer to join their Power & Energy Team. The role involves preparing and reviewing designs and specifications for high voltage substation projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and providing construction support throughout the project lifecycle.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and review conceptual design for the high voltage substation design projects

Prepare and review project specifications for procurement of major substation equipment, including transformers, switchgear, breakers, bus work, and control buildings

Prepare One-line diagrams aligned with system study requirements

Prepare grounding and lighting protection studies for major substations

Prepare General arrangement and layout drawings

Exhibit strong Substation civil engineering knowledge

Prepare and review Major equipment bid specifications

Prepare Detailed cost estimates and probability modeling

Prepare Structure calculations

Insulation, A/C interference, static wire, grounding studies

Ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications, good engineering practice and constructability

Have knowledge of related disciplines/fields of engineering and as needed coordinate/supervise design activities of multi-disciplined project team members

Provide construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects

Maintaining complete project documentation with respect to high voltage substation protection and control design and construction, including as-builts and project closeout information

Maintaining good working relationships and fulfilling commitments to project team and internal/external groups that support projects such as procurement, construction, project management, material suppliers, contractors, and any others that affect the quality, schedule and cost of projects

Mentoring and providing guidance to developing engineers within the department

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

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

Qualification

High voltage substation designElectrical Engineering degreeCDEGSPSCADAutoCADMathCADPower system protectionMS Office proficiencyCritical thinkingProblem-solvingClient focusTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution

5+ years' post education experience, preferably in high voltage substation protection and control design

Experience with AUTO-CAD

Experience with AutoCAD Electrical is an asset

Experience with CDEGS and PSCAD

Experience on MathCAD, ASPEN or ETAP software is an asset

Experience in the design of wiring schematics is a must

Experience on PSCAD or EMTP software is an asset

Knowledge of modern power system, power system protection and relay technologies

Strong client focus

Knowledge of High Voltage & Utility codes and standards

Proficiency with a MS Office, MathCAD, PDF authoring software – Bluebeam or similar

Efficient communications and ability to work with team members not located in the same office through MS Teams, email, or telephone calls

Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills

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

This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP

Position is located at client offices

Preferred

Master's Degree in Engineering

Essential Professional Licensure/Certification or eligible to register

Benefits

Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation (or other personal time)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

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