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WSP in the U.S. · 3 weeks ago

Senior Transmission Line Design Engineer

Rochester, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$88K/yr - $144K/yr

5+ years exp

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, currently seeking a Senior Transmission Line Design Engineer for their Rochester, NY office. The role involves providing design and engineering consulting services for transmission lines, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with various stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

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Responsibilities

Provide transmission line design and engineering consulting services to major power and energy utility clients, independent power producers, and energy project developers

Design of electrical transmission facilities including line layout, foundations, structure configuration, structures, insulation and conductor specification

Preparation of project specifications for material and equipment purchase and installation

Delivery of accurate and thorough substations and control houses designs that will meet industry standards and specifications, and meet good engineering practice with excellent constructability

Review of internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability

Resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects

Maintaining complete project documentation with respect to substation design and construction, including all completion packages, as-built requirements and return data information

Making and maintaining appropriate commitments to project teams and coordinating design activities with multi-disciplined project team members

Maintaining good working relationships with internal groups that support projects

Maintaining good working relationships with material suppliers, contractors, and any others that affect the quality, schedule and cost of projects

Collect, compile, and analyze data relating to substation components, equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing, IFR/IRC design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations for design work

Participate in incorporating future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements with equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure

Support senior engineers with research and recommendations of fundamental components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations

Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on various engineering, design, testing maintenance modifications, and construction procedures and issues

Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution

Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses

Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting

Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or electrical engineering issues or problems

Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or to plan for future needs

Work collaboratively with other engineers and disciplines on projects with electrical infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects

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

Transmission line designElectrical engineering principlesPLSCaddMicroStationAutoCADProject managementTechnical writingInterpersonal skillsCritical thinkingProblem-solving

Required

A degree in Civil, Electrical, or relatable Engineering field from a recognized institution

5+ years of relevant post education experience in an electrical engineering capacity designing transmission lines in utility or industrial/commercial environments

Relevant experience in transmission line design and a working knowledge of PLSCadd

Engineer in Training Certification or eligible for PE licensing

Exposure to operations and project controls experience for purposes of reporting

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Candidate must undergo pre-employment drug screening

Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues

Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design

Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements

Knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements- IEEE and ANSI

Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment

Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies

Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools

Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution

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

Ability to travel in person to Binghamton, NY office as needed

Preferred

Master's Degree in Engineering

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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