WSP · 1 month ago
Distribution Engineer- Experienced Professional
Plantation, FL, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expWSP is currently initiating a search for an experienced Distribution Engineer for our Fort Lauderdale office. You will be involved in projects with our Distribution Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
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Responsibilities
Provides technical assistance and guidance for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector
Assist with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects)
Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding material, installations, component, and construction specifications
Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality
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
Design and deliver overhead and underground electric distribution projects (4 kV-35 kV), acting as the technical lead on medium-complexity work packages
Provide engineering calculations, construction packages, and field support while coordinating with project managers, drafters, and client utilities
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
Qualification
Required
BSEE (or equivalent experience)
Solid understanding of OH and UG distribution design
CAD Software Experience
3+ years in distribution engineering
Strong background in both overhead (OH) and underground (UG) distribution design
Proven ability to independently handle feeder-level OH and UG projects from scoping through Issued-for-Construction (IFC) with minimal oversight
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Preferred
EIT or PE (or progress toward)
Utility standards experience (e.g., Duke, FPL, PG&E, TECO)
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
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
Founded in 2011New York, New York, USA
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$40.25MKey Investors
OneWest Bank
2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
Leadership Team
Michael Winterbottom
Vice President, RUC Operations & Analytics
Christopher Uckotter
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