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WSP in the U.S. · 7 hours ago

Intermediate Professional, Electrical Engineering

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking a Junior Substation Design Engineer to support their Power & Energy Substation Team in various projects related to the design and construction of utility and commercial scale projects.

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Responsibilities

With minimal supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing 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

Perform basic professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits

Provides technical assistance on various design requirements, equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies to 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

Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues

Under minimal supervision, develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution

Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software

Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects

Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work, including project controls, business deployment, construction, procurement, document control, and permitting teams

Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field/site work and permitting

Complete training on assigned tasks

Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners 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

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringSubstation DesignDesign SoftwareTechnical WritingAnalytical SkillsSelf-leadershipInterpersonal SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience in a substation design capacity

Exposure to operations and project controls experience for purposes of reporting

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

Familiarity with substation planning, design, and construction management; including greenfield and brownfield design

Highly familiar with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements

Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions

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

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

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives

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

Experience with discipline-specific design software

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

Engineer in Training Certification

Prior substation or electric utility design experience

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Retirement savings

Company

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