Electrical Engineer – Power Systems & SCADA Protection

WSP in the U.S.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 88,500 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an ESSP Electrical Engineer to join our Phoenix office, with consideration for candidates in San Diego, CA; Los Angeles, CA; or Sacramento, CA. You will work with the ESSP team on electrical studies, SCADA, and protection, supporting projects across power delivery and grid modernization.

The role requires a BSEE, BSEET, or BSCE from an ABET-accredited program with 3–5 years of related design experience, strong communication, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• 3–5 years of industry design experience in electrical engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, design/build, and permitting processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical studies, protection, and SCADA-related tasks.
• Contribute to design and field testing supporting ESSP projects.
• Prepare technical reports with findings, calculations, and sketches.
• Collaborate with project teams and clients to meet objectives.
• Travel to project sites as required by project schedules.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-leadership

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Education

BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering)

BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology)

BSCE (BS Computer Engineering)

Job description

WSP USA in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an ESSP Electrical Engineer to join our Phoenix office, with consideration for candidates in San Diego, CA; Los Angeles, CA; or Sacramento, CA. You will work with the ESSP team on electrical studies, SCADA, and protection, supporting projects across power delivery and grid modernization.

The role requires a BSEE, BSEET, or BSCE from an ABET-accredited program with 3–5 years of related design experience, strong communication, and willingness to travel as needed.