Junior Transmission Line Engineer: Design & Field Exposure

WSP; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an entry-level Assistant Transmission Line Engineer for its Ann Arbor, MI office to participate in transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optics additions.

You will work on models and drawings using PLS-CADD, coordinates with utilities and construction partners, and gain exposure to material procurement and construction support in a growing power delivery team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or closely related discipline (Civil Engineering preferred).
• 0 to 1 year of relevant post-education experience.
• Strong English writing and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with design/build concepts and processes.
• Knowledge of civil construction laws, codes, compliance, and record-keeping.
• Basic technical writing and office software proficiency.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Safety-conscious with willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765kV.
• Support initial project layouts to establish efficient plans.
• Maintain project budgets and schedules.
• Adhere to QA/QC procedures.
• Develop design expertise for PLS-CADD, foundations, and drawings.
• Travel to field locations as required.
• Uphold WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies.
• Complete training and assume additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Analytical mindset

English communication

Team collaboration

Self-leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

InRoads

Geopak

GeoSlope

ANSYS

STADD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

WSP is seeking an entry-level Assistant Transmission Line Engineer for its Ann Arbor, MI office to participate in transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optics additions.

You will work on models and drawings using PLS-CADD, coordinates with utilities and construction partners, and gain exposure to material procurement and construction support in a growing power delivery team.