Early Professional, Electrical Engineering

WSP; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Early Career Electrical Engineer to join the Small Utility Services Team in Fort Worth, TX. You will contribute to substations, transmission, and distribution projects supporting electric utility clients and gain exposure to power delivery and program management.

You will assist with design, analyses, and documentation, while learning utility standards and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet client objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university; power systems emphasis preferred.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles.
• Demonstrated interest in power systems, substations, transmission, and/or distribution engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external clients.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard engineering software tools.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP's health, safety, and conduct policies.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers and project teams in the design and delivery of electric utility projects involving substations, transmission lines, and distribution systems.
• Assist with the detailed design of low- to extra-high-voltage substations, including physical and protection & control design components.
• Support engineering activities related to system protection and relaying, including substation relaying, transmission line relaying, and distribution coordination studies.
• Assist with the design of overhead and underground distribution systems up to 25kV.
• Assist with transmission line design projects up to 230kV.
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, technical reports, and project documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and QA/QC activities to ensure compliance with client and company standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project execution and client objectives.
• Learn and apply utility engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Develop an understanding of utility industry design requirements, codes, and regulations.

Skills

Power systems

Substations

Transmission & distribution

Engineering analysis

Strong communication

MS Office

Education

BSEE or BSEET (ABET-accredited)

Tools

Engineering software tools

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Electrical Engineer to join our Small Utility Services Team in Fort Worth, TX.

The candidate will be involved in projects supporting electric utility clients and will be part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. As one of the world's leading professional services firms, WSP brings world‑class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management. Through the integration of POWER Engineers and TRC Companies, WSP continues to expand its energy capabilities and support the evolving needs of the power industry.

Takes part in providing technical engineering support for electric utility projects related to substations, transmission, and distribution systems. Tasks may include assisting with engineering studies, detailed design, drafting and documentation, system analysis, and quality assurance activities. Generates accurate and concise engineering deliverables and documentation regarding assigned aspects of projects. 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

• Support engineers and project teams in the design and delivery of electric utility projects involving substations, transmission lines, and distribution systems.
• Assist with the detailed design of low- to extra-high-voltage substations, including physical and protection & control (P&C) design components.
• Support engineering activities related to system protection and relaying, including substation relaying, transmission line relaying, and distribution coordination studies.
• Assist with the design of overhead and underground distribution systems up to 25kV.
• Assist with transmission line design projects up to 230kV.
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, technical reports, and project documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities to ensure compliance with client and company standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project execution and client objectives.
• Learn and apply utility engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Develop an understanding of utility industry design requirements, codes, and regulations.
• 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 of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) from an ABET-accredited university; power systems emphasis preferred.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles.
• Demonstrated interest in power systems, substations, transmission, and/or distribution engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external clients.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard engineering software tools.
• Ability to learn and apply utility design standards, processes, and procedures.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP's health, safety, and conduct policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co‑op experience with an electric utility, consulting engineering firm, or industrial facility.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Coursework or project experience related to power systems, substations, transmission, distribution, or protection and control.
• Familiarity with engineering design software and modeling tools.
• Participation in IEEE or other professional engineering organizations.

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.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $60,600 - $100,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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