WSP · 2 hours ago
Power System Protection Engineer
Portland, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expWSP is a growing organization that is currently seeking a Power System Protection Engineer for their Portland, OR office. The role involves providing technical assistance for various projects related to utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects, focusing on the design and construction of power systems and protection controls.
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
The successful applicant will be responsible for successful completion of assigned projects and for maintaining and improving client relationships
Completion of these functions requires technical competence in primary production roles as well as leadership competence in working with clients and mentoring and supervising team members assigned to projects
Assigned projects will include electrical studies for utility and industrial/commercial clients
Systems to be analyzed will include conventional and renewable generation facilities, substations, and transmission and distribution systems
Technical disciplines include the following: Protective Relaying: short circuit and symmetrical component analysis, time-current coordination, protection scheme and criteria development, relay settings, integration with SCADA systems, NERC compliance, arc flash analysis
The successful applicant must also demonstrate aptitude in the following: Integrity, Initiative and self sufficiency, Spoken and written communication, Leadership and mentoring, Business and commercial performance, Troubleshooting and problem solving, Interpersonal relations, Organization, Successful candidates must be willing to travel on occasion and work successfully in a customer focused, project oriented environment
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
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
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
Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects
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
Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC
Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., CADD, Aspen, CAPE, ETAP), AutoCADD electrical, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools
Developed 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
Ability to assertively direct others in the field such as subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently
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
Master's Degree in Engineering
Essential Professional Licensure/Certification
Experience managing small to mid-size projects
40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
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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2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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