Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer

WSP; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer for our Freeport office. You will participate in the substation design process, creating one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, ground grids, and yard layouts while complying with client standards.

You will learn to work with the Power Delivery Substation Team, support QA/QC, and engage in projects ranging from new substations to expansions and upgrades. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• BSEE or BSEET degree, preferably with a power option from an accredited university.
• 0-1 years of experience
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles
• Proficient English communication, written and oral
• Authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Uphold safety policies and company standards

Responsibilities

• Design detailed layouts for substations (low to extra high voltage) including diagrams, wiring, SCADA, and grounding plans.
• Support QA/QC for client deliverables.
• Learn and follow client standards and processes in a collaborative or solo setting.
• Occasional travel to project sites as required.
• Contribute to protection, control upgrades, and fiber/communications improvements.
• Involve in all aspects of substation design and related tasks.

Skills

Electrical design understanding

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

BSEE or BSEET with power option

Tools

SCADA

Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer for our Freeport, Maine office.

Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

This Opportunity

The Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer will share responsibility with the rest of the department to produce a product consistent with WSP's mission statement and our culture. They are expected to support the department in achieving the goals of the department, maintain WSP's high-quality standards, promote internal teamwork and meet the needs of our clients.

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.

Your Impact

• Perform the detailed design of low to extra high voltage substations including, but not limited to:
  oOne-line diagrams
  oSchematics
  oWiring diagrams
  oSCADA
  oCommunications
  oStation physical layouts
  oSections/Elevations
  oCable and conduit plans and details
  oGround grid design and details
  oFoundation plans and details
  oStructural plans and details
  oControl enclosure design and details
  oLightning protection plans
  oYard lighting plans
  oBills of Materials
  oSite visits

• Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients.

• Shall learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs.

• Occasional travel.

• 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.

• The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of substation design, including new substations, expansions, equipment replacements, protection and control upgrades, physical layout modifications, and associated fiber optic and communications improvements.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering) or BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree, preferably with a power option from an accredited university.

• 0-1 years of experience

• Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering to build on.

• The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship.

• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three months or more of relevant electrical engineering work experience; could be on an internship or co-op basis.

• Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design.

• Engineer Intern certificate (EI) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

Disclaimer:

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

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): $76,800 - $93,800

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.