Electrical Engineer – Power Generation

WSP in the U.S.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 86,100 - 150,590; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team on a nationwide basis, with preference for Seattle, WA and other major offices. The role focuses on design of substations, power systems, and generation projects, delivering high‑quality engineering solutions.

You will perform calculations, develop plans, review designs, and collaborate with project managers while mentoring junior staff and ensuring safety, QA/QC, and regulatory compliance across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 5 to 7 years of post-education experience as an electrical engineer for large capital projects.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Experience with Operations and project controls for reporting and proposal development.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and permitting.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management including rehabilitation and new design projects.
• Knowledge of engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance, and record-keeping.
• Ability to perform technical computations involving electrical engineering principles and regulatory comparisons.
• Project management experience with small to mid‑level projects, tracking hours and expenses.
• Ability to conduct inspections and investigations on construction and design aspects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self‑leadership, attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to lead junior team members while adhering to QA/QC.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze transmission and distribution substations, power systems, and protection schemes.
• Collaborate with project managers and leadership to navigate challenges.
• Lead by example to deliver high‑quality, safe, and functional solutions.
• Develop data and designs for substation components, procurement, and plans.
• Review third‑party design documents and procurement lists.
• Create electrical calculations, loads, grounding, short‑circuit studies, and layouts.
• Incorporate future‑ready techniques and equipment sizing.
• Provide guidance and training to entry‑level engineers.

Skills

Project management

Technical writing

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

QA/QC

Electrical engineering principles

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

CADD

Aspen

CAPE

ETAP

AutoCADD

Job description

WSP is seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team on a nationwide basis, with preference for Seattle, WA and other major offices. The role focuses on design of substations, power systems, and generation projects, delivering high‑quality engineering solutions.

You will perform calculations, develop plans, review designs, and collaborate with project managers while mentoring junior staff and ensuring safety, QA/QC, and regulatory compliance across projects.