Hybrid Substation Design Engineer (15–345kV, P&C)

WSP in the U.S.; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA seeks an Experienced Substation Design Engineer (Physical and/or Protection & Controls) for Maitland, FL. The role focuses on design, development, and construction of high‑voltage substations in a collaborative team.

The position supports hybrid or in‑office work with remote consideration for proven candidates. You will assist with data analysis, design verification, and preparation of technical reports for transmission and distribution projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and 3–5 years in electrical engineering focused on power transmission/distribution.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management in utility or industrial settings.
• Engineer in Training Certification or equivalent.
• Familiarity with design software (AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP) and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance for the design, development, and construction of high-voltage substations (15kV–345kV, up to 500kV preferred).
• Analyze data and specifications for procurement packages, IFR/IRC design, and IEEE/NERC/NESC compliance.
• Review third-party designs, procurement lists, and project plans for accuracy and compliance.
• Develop layouts (GA, bus, grounding, lightning protection) and protection system schematics for substations.
• Create electrical calculations: loads, sizing, voltage drop, ground networks, lighting, and distribution.
• Prepare reports, tables, charts, sketches, and visualizations to support analyses.

Skills

Substation design

P&C engineering

IEEE/NERC standards

Data analysis

Project coordination

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

CADD electrical

Job description

WSP USA seeks an Experienced Substation Design Engineer (Physical and/or Protection & Controls) for Maitland, FL. The role focuses on design, development, and construction of high‑voltage substations in a collaborative team.

The position supports hybrid or in‑office work with remote consideration for proven candidates. You will assist with data analysis, design verification, and preparation of technical reports for transmission and distribution projects.