Early Professional, Electrical Engineering

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Voting leave

Naturalization leave

Job summary

WSP in Tyler, TX is seeking an Early Career Electrical Engineer to join our Small Utility Services Team. You will assist with engineering design, analysis, and project execution across substations, transmission, and distribution systems, collaborating with experienced engineers and utility clients.

You will develop calculations, reports, drawings, and documentation while learning WSP standards and processes; participate in QA/QC and support multiple projects to meet schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited university; power systems emphasis preferred.
• 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and power system concepts.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for client and team interaction.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with detailed design of low- to extra-high-voltage substations (physical substation design, Protection & Control).
• Support system protection and relaying activities (substation relaying, transmission line relaying, distribution coordination studies).
• Assist with design of overhead and underground distribution systems up to 25kV; design of transmission line projects up to 230kV.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables; collaborate with engineers and clients to support project execution.
• Develop technical calculations, drawings, and documentation per codes and client requirements.
• Learn and apply WSP engineering standards and quality procedures.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting schedules.

Skills

Power systems

Engineering fundamentals

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

ABET-accredited BSEE/BSEET

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

CAPE

ASPEN

ETAP

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Electrical Engineer to join our Small Utility Services Team in Tyler, TX. Be involved in projects with our Power & Energy team and 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 project management. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure‑play global consulting firm for the world's energy transition, and we need your help.

This position provides an opportunity to support a variety of electric utility projects involving substations, transmission, and distribution systems. The selected candidate will assist with engineering design, analysis, and project execution while working alongside experienced engineers and utility clients.

Your Impact

• Assist with the detailed design of low- to extra‑high‑voltage substations, including:
  • Physical substation design
  • Protection & Control (P&C) design
• Support system protection and relaying activities, including:
  • Substation relaying
  • Transmission line relaying
  • Distribution coordination studies
• Assist with the design of overhead and underground electric distribution systems up to 25kV.
• Support the design of transmission line projects up to 230kV.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, project managers, and utility clients to support successful project execution.
• Develop technical calculations, reports, drawings, and documentation in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Learn and apply WSP and client engineering standards, processes, and quality procedures.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while managing priorities and meeting project schedules.
• 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 (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) from an ABET-accredited university, preferably with a power systems emphasis.
• 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and power system concepts.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and technical documentation.

• Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co‑op experience with electric utilities, consulting engineering firms, or industrial facilities.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification or successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Familiarity with utility transmission, distribution, or substation systems.
• Exposure to electrical design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, CAPE, ASPEN, ETAP, or similar engineering tools.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards, including IEEE, NESC, NEC, and utility design practices.

“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 - $100,00

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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