Intermediate/Senior Power System Studies Engineer

WSP; Colombia; On-site; COP 120,000,000 - 240,000,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a seasoned electrical engineer in Colombia to lead proposal development for the Power Area and identify new opportunities through client interaction. The candidate should have strong conceptualization, communication, and organizational skills to explain complex concepts to decision-makers and project teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in transmission planning or EMT-based studies, and proficiency with industry software.

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 proposals, reports, and presentations.
• Experience with DIGSILENT, PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN, ATP, or equivalents.
• Ability to work in a customer-oriented, project-based environment.
• Ability to mentor and lead junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Feasibility 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.

Skills

Electrical concept

Power system planning

English communication

Mentorship

Client interaction

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

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

Tools

DIGSILENT

PSSE

PSLF

PSCAD

ASPEN

ATP

Python scripting

Job description

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.

Are you ready to get started?

With us, you can.

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

• Feasibility 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).