Early Professional, Electrical Engineering

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

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Early Career Electrical Engineer to join our Small Utility Services Team in Tyler, TX. You will assist with engineering design, analysis, and project execution on substations, transmission, and distribution projects under the guidance of experienced engineers.

The position focuses on applying power systems concepts, collaborating with clients, and developing calculations, drawings, and documentation to meet codes and client requirements in a growing energy practice.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or BSEET (ABET-accredited)

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.

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.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com