Data Center Electrical Engineer, Associate Consultant

WSP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Early Career Electrical Engineer to join our Houston, TX or Dallas, TX teams.

You will assist with data collection, substation design, and project documentation, contributing to feasibility, design, and construction activities for utility, industrial, and commercial projects. Under supervision, you will perform basic electrical calculations, support with drawings, and ensure safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection and analysis for substation components and equipment specifications.
• Support design work including single line and three-line diagrams, grounding, and protection schemes under supervision.
• Perform basic engineering tasks: equipment sizing, wiring, conduit/trenching design strategies.
• Verify site characteristics and provide basic technical assistance on design, testing, maintenance and construction procedures.
• Develop electrical calculations for loads, feeder sizing, voltage drop, and lighting circuits under supervision.
• Create concise documentation using drawings and field logs.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and project procedures.
• Complete assigned training tasks.
• Travel may be required based on project needs.

Skills

Research skills

Communication

Self-leadership

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Aspen

CAPE

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for anEarly Career Electrical Engineerfor ourHouston, TX or Dallas, TX office

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include basic assistance 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). Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. 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.

Your Impact

• Under general 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.
• Assist with performing 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.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level 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.
• Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues.
• Under close supervision, develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 1 - 3 years of relevant post education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• General understanding of electrical engineering as applied in design engineering of large capital projects.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proficient self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., CADD, Aspen, and CAPE), AutoCADD electrical.
• 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 Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

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