Early Career Electrical Engineer (Distribution)

WSP; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP seeks a Full-Time Early Career Electrical Engineer (Distribution) in our Saint Louis, Missouri office to support the Power and Energy Team. You will assist with due diligence, design, development, and construction of utility-scale projects and substations, while learning standards and delivering quality documentation.

You’ll contribute to planning, sizing, and protection/control concepts under supervision, ensuring safety and compliance across projects in public and private sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 0 to 1 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 electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Self-leadership with attention to detail and multi-tasking in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently or in a team to meet objectives.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Familiarity with design software (CADD, Aspen, CAPE) and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Commitment to workplace safety and WSP policies.
• Willingness to travel as required by projects.
• Must be able to work in the United States immediately.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection, compilation, and analysis for substation components and procurement packages.
• Support design work including single line and three-line diagrams, substation layout, and grounding design.
• Provide entry-level engineering support for equipment sizing, cable routing, and electrical panel design.
• Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on design and construction procedures.
• Develop electrical calculations for loads, feeder sizing, voltage drop, and lighting circuits under supervision.
• Create accurate documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field logs.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and project-specific procedures.
• Complete assigned training tasks and stay compliant with policies.
• Support project delivery under guidance and adapt to project needs.
• Travel as required by project schedules.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Research skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-leadership

Independent work

Teamwork

Technical writing

Office software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Aspen

CAPE

Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Early Career Electrical Engineer (Distribution) for our Saint Louis, Missouri office.

Be involved in projects with our Power and Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

This Opportunity

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.

WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help.

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 or related degree.
• 0 to 1 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.
• The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.

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.

Disclaimer

• Relocation is not available for this role.