Emerging Substation Electrical Engineer – Power Delivery

WSP; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Bereavement/voting/naturalization time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer for our Lakewood, Colorado office. You will support the Power Delivery Substation Team and contribute to projects that meet client objectives.

As an entry-level engineer, you will assist with design activities, data analysis, and preparation of engineering deliverables while learning industry standards and software tools. This role offers growth opportunities within a global engineering practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or other engineering design software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers and project teams with electrical engineering and design activities related to transmission and distribution substation projects.
• Assist with collecting, organizing, and analyzing project data for engineering studies, equipment selection, and design development.
• Support the preparation of engineering deliverables including single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, substation layouts, and construction drawings.
• Assist with performing electrical calculations related to loads, voltage drop, grounding systems, power distribution, and equipment sizing.
• Participate in design reviews and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with applicable standards, codes, and client requirements.
• Assist with the development of technical reports, specifications, design packages, and project documentation.
• Support field visits, site assessments, commissioning efforts, and construction-related activities as needed.
• Learn and apply industry standards including IEEE, NESC, NEC, and utility-specific design requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery and client objectives.
• Complete training and professional development activities to enhance technical knowledge and engineering skills.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ASPEN

ETAP

CAPE

SKM

Job description

WSP is seeking an Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer for our Lakewood, Colorado office. You will support the Power Delivery Substation Team and contribute to projects that meet client objectives.

As an entry-level engineer, you will assist with design activities, data analysis, and preparation of engineering deliverables while learning industry standards and software tools. This role offers growth opportunities within a global engineering practice.