Mid-Level Grid Modernization Engineer

WSP Global Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 101,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Lead Professional Electrical Engineer with an emphasis on Grid Modernization for our Boise, ID office. Other locations include Denver, CO and Redmond, WA.

The role centers on distribution grid modernization, leading studies, and coordinating with clients and vendors to improve reliability and efficiency. You will guide technical solutions like FLISR, Volt-Var optimization, ADMS, and DER integrations, while mentoring teams and presenting actionable insights to clients

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 7–10 years of post-education experience as an electrical engineer on large capital projects.
• Ability to lead across teams, communicate clearly, and present recommendations.
• Must pass client background screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and review of grid modernization solutions for distribution systems.
• Coordinate with utility clients, internal teams and vendors to deliver practical recommendations.
• Build project execution frameworks to improve quality and scalability.
• Mentor project teams and support employee growth and client satisfaction.
• Develop technical insights through visualization and reporting for client decision-making.
• Track schedules and budgets and contribute to business development opportunities.

Skills

Grid modernization

Project leadership

Electrical engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure

Job description

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Professional Electrical Engineer with an emphasis on Grid Modernization for our Boise, ID office. The following locations will also be considered: Denver, CO; Kansas City, MO or Redmond, WA. Be involved in projects with our Distribution Advanced Studies Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

This role offers an opportunity to lead and support a broad range of project-based work for electric utility clients, with a primary focus on distribution grid modernization. The selected candidate will lead the development and review of grid modernization solutions for utility distribution systems, including FLISR, volt-var optimization, distribution resiliency, ADMS, DER solutions, and advanced planning applications. Work will involve collaborating with utility clients, internal project teams, and technology vendors to evaluate system needs, apply sound engineering judgment, and deliver practical recommendations that improve reliability, resilience, efficiency, and operational performance. This is a strong fit for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, coordinating work across multiple projects, and serving as a trusted grid modernization resource within a collaborative advanced studies team.

Your Impact

• The qualified candidate will be responsible for the modernization of the utility distribution systems, this includes planning, justification, and on-going support of the following Distribution Grid Modernization Programs:
  • FLISR (Fault, Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration)
  • Volt-Var Optimization or other similar programs (IVVC, CVR)
  • Distribution Resiliency
  • ADMS (Advance Distribution Management Systems)
  • Electrification of Transportation
  • DER Solutions (DERMS, NWA/NWS, Hosting Capacity)
  • Advance Planning Techniques (8760, Quasi Static Time Series Analysis)
• Build collaborative relationships with utility clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to develop study assumptions, align project objectives, and drive successful project outcomes.
• Lead complex grid modernization initiatives while building project execution frameworks and delivery approaches that improve consistency, quality, and scalability across the practice.
• Build and develop project teams through coaching, technical mentorship, and project leadership that advances employee growth and client satisfaction.
• Develop and communicate technical insights through effective visualization and reporting tools that support client decision-making and strengthen WSP's technical reputation.
• Provide technical leadership for strategic initiatives while building trust with clients and internal stakeholders through sound engineering judgment and consistent project delivery.
• Track project schedules and budgets.
• Collaborate with professionals and other engineers across disciplines on proposal development and business development opportunities.
• Build WSP's technical leadership and industry presence through active participation in industry working groups and standards committees (IEEE, CIGRE, IEC, ANSI)
• Contribute to the development of technical papers and deliver presentations at industry conferences to share knowledge, promote industry best practices, and enhance WSP's technical reputation.
• Some travel should be expected.
• Ability to learn/support other disciplines such as Protection, Planning, and SCADA
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 7 - 10 years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for large capital projects.
• Understanding of basic to advanced engineering theories and principles, including understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations
• Ability to work across teams, is self-motivated to perform assigned tasks, and take the initiative to learn new topics
• Must have strong command of English language; experience and demonstrated written and oral communications skills, including the ability to present information, facilitate meetings and provide direction to others
• Must be able to successfully pass client's background screening processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure.
• Experience managing small to mid-size projects.
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.

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): $107,500yr - $177,300yr

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.

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $100,800yr - $166,400yr

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and 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.