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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

EMT Studies Engineer - Senior Professional

Lakewood, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$86K/yr - $141K/yr

5+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm, currently seeking an Electromagnetic Transient Studies Engineer for their Denver office. The role involves providing technical assistance for various utility and industrial projects, focusing on transient analysis and collaborating with other engineers to optimize designs.

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Responsibilities

Provides technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector

Routinely 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)

Substantiates 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

This individual will be responsible for interfacing with other engineers in the preparation of computer-based models and performing power system studies focused on transient analysis for utility and industrial/commercial electrical power systems

While candidates are not expected to have expertise in every study type listed below, familiarity with many and a willingness to learn others is highly valued

Studies will include the following: Transient (time domain) simulation, Insulation coordination for AC and DC applications (lightning, switching surge/bipole failure, and contamination performance), Lightning/surge/voltage arrester sizing and placement, Circuit breaker rating studies, TRV analysis, Transformer Energization, Delayed zero crossing, Single pole reclosing and associated design (secondary arc current, neutral reactor sizing), Steady state unbalance and transposition studies, Equipment minimum approach distance studies, Optical shield wire sizing (thermal rating and Coulomb rating)

Engage in transmission planning studies, and experience to support tasks in the following areas is highly desirable: feasibility studies, system impact studies, reactive compensation studies, critical clearing time, stability (transient & dynamic), long/short range planning studies, short circuit, load flow, motor starting, power factor correction, and other related studies

Additional project opportunities in finite-element electric/magnetic field analysis, AC interference, corona prediction, NESC clearance studies, conductor selection, and various other EMF studies may be made available to successful candidates

The applicant should also have experience in collaborating with substation and transmission design engineers to optimize their respective designs

Working knowledge of the design process from conceptual to post energization is preferred

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

Electrical EngineeringEMT-based software toolsTransient analysisInfrastructure planningPower system studiesEngineer in Training CertificationProject managementSelf-leadershipTechnical writingInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)

5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for large capital projects

Engineer in Training Certification

Experience working with Operations and project controls for purposes of reporting and proposal development

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

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, including proposal writing, report writing, and other technical writing

Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects

Experience with EMT-based software tools (e.g., PSCAD, EMTP-RV)

Working knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements

Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of electrical engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations

Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work

Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies

Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience

Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

Preference is given to applicants with any of the following: specific training and/or power system courses covering topics such as protective relaying, symmetrical components, transmission line theory, power system transients, dynamic stability, and power system electromagnetics

Professional registration is not required; however, preference is given to applicants who are registered professional engineers (P.E., P. Eng.)

Preference is given to applicants with working knowledge and experience in more than one of the technical areas listed and with experience using the applicable software packages for those areas

Preference is also given to applicants with experience in customer-focused engineering projects in the technical areas above

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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