Intermediate/Senior Power System Studies Engineer

WSP Global Inc.; Colombia; Hybrid; COP 194,527,000 - 356,633,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Colombia is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Power System Studies Engineer in Bogotá with hybrid work arrangements. The role involves developing computational models, performing feasibility and impact analyses, and coordinating protection settings for utility transmission and distribution systems.

Strong English communication and mentoring abilities are required. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, proficiency with DIGSILENT, PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN, or ATP, and a degree in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication required for proposals and reports.
• Experience with power systems analysis software (DIGSILENT, PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN, ATP) is essential.
• Minimum of five years in large-scale transmission planning or EMT-based studies is expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop computational models for utility transmission and distribution studies.
• Perform feasibility, system impact, and load flow analyses.
• Coordinate protection relay settings and stability studies.
• Contribute to short- and long-term planning studies for projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and present findings to clients and teams.

Skills

English fluency

Proposal development

Mentorship

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree (MSc) or Doctorate (PhD)

Tools

DIGSILENT

PSSE

PSLF

PSCAD

ASPEN

ATP

Job description

Intermediate Senior Power System Studies Engineer

WSP Colombia, Bogotá, D.C., Colombia (Hybrid working model)

We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, combining our expertise in engineering, consulting, and science to make a positive impact. With 73,000 talented professionals across more than 500 offices worldwide, we deliver a broad range of services in Mining, Transportation & Infrastructure, Buildings, Environment, Energy, Oil & Gas, and Energy Transition.

We provide services that transform the built environment and improve the world we live in.

At WSP, we bring a unique contribution to the world. We value and encourage curiosity and new ideas that drive innovation. We care deeply about environmental stewardship and have strong capabilities in water and energy transition. Our ESG program positions us as a global leader in sustainability.

Imagine a better future for yourself and for everyone.

Why work at WSP?

At WSP, you’ll find the space you need to think big and build the career that’s right for you.

Our vision is to become the undisputed leader in our industry, shaping environments for the future of the people who use them.

We are proud of what we do and are committed to making a positive impact.

We are collaborative and inclusive. Everyone brings something unique to WSP, and that’s something we value. We foster curiosity and believe that new ideas fuel innovation.

At WSP, we actively encourage applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity.

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Intermediate Senior Power System Studies Engineer

Role Overview

This position requires a professional with demonstrated experience in proposal development process who is motivated by clients interaction while developing new opportunities for the Power Area. The successful candidate is expected to be self‑motivated, possess strong conceptualization skills, and have solid interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both decision‑makers and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary engineers in the development of computational models and the execution of power systems studies for utility transmission and distribution systems, as well as for industrial and commercial electrical installations, including:

• Feasibility studies.
• System impact studies.
• Reactive power compensation studies.
• Protection relay settings.
• Critical clearing time analysis.
• Stability studies (transient and dynamic).
• Short- and long-term planning studies.
• Load flow analysis.
• Motor starting.
• Power factor correction.

Key Competencies **** / **** Skills **** / **** Qualifications ****

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in large-scale transmission system planning and/or EMT-based design studies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to prepare proposals, reports, and technical presentations.
• Experience with analysis software such as DIGSILENT, PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN, ATP, or other equivalents.
• Ability to perform successfully in a customer‑oriented, project‑based environment.
• Ability to provide mentorship and leadership to junior engineers on the team.

Desirable Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MSc) or Doctorate (PhD).
• Experience in Python scripting.
• Experience in modeling HVDC and FACTS systems, as well as in modeling inverter-based resources (IBRs).
• Availability to relocate to Bogotá or Medellin.

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Title: Intermediate/Senior Power System Studies Engineer

Location: Colombia

Requisition ID: 26001407