Distribution Engineer, Intermediate – Power Delivery

WSP; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Distribution Engineer – Intermediate Professional to design electric distribution systems up to 69kV and prepare construction-ready drawings. You will work with the Distribution Services Power Delivery Team and coordinate with clients and internal groups to ensure design accuracy, safety, and schedule adherence.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 1–3 years of experience, with CAD proficiency and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of relevant post-education electrical engineering experience.
• Exposure to operations and project controls experience for reporting.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, and design/build processes.
• Familiarity with infrastructure planning, design and construction management.
• Analytical mindset with good judgement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Ability to work independently or in a team with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with technical writing and office software.
• Commitment to workplace safety and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed designs for electric distribution systems from 120/240V to 69kV.
• Produce construction-ready drawings using CAD and related tools.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams to meet requirements.
• Assist with project execution from design through construction.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and documentation.
• Support risk assessment and design concept reviews with senior engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project controls and permitting.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project controls

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Self-leadership

Independence

Technical writing

Office tools

Safety mindset

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

ESRI

Job description

WSP in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Distribution Engineer – Intermediate Professional to design electric distribution systems up to 69kV and prepare construction-ready drawings. You will work with the Distribution Services Power Delivery Team and coordinate with clients and internal groups to ensure design accuracy, safety, and schedule adherence.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 1–3 years of experience, with CAD proficiency and strong communication skills.