Senior Electrical Engineer, Power Generation Leader

WSP in the U.S.; Boise (ID); On-site; Full time

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer (Generation)

WSP is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Power & Energy team in Boise, ID (Seattle, WA is also a possible location). The role supports the Thermal Generation Team on multi‑site projects, providing design, permitting, and construction oversight for utility, industrial, and commercial power projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce, coordinate, review, and approve electrical design plans for complex power plant projects.
• Apply high‑level electrical engineering techniques across all project phases, from preliminary design to commissioning support and final drawings.
• Support generation project scoping, budgeting, and proposals.
• Oversee the creation of power plant electrical drawings (Onelines, Breaker Control Schematics, Bus Duct Layouts, Equipment Elevations, Cable Schedules, etc.).
• Develop equipment specifications for power and control cables, transformers, bus ducts, circuit breakers, and power distribution centers.
• Lead larger‑scale electrical engineering projects, managing budgets, tracking hours and expenses, and ensuring high‑quality deliverables.
• Conduct engineering reviews of permit applications, design plans, standby plans, and construction inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.
• Communicate project status, engineering decisions, and compromises to clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Produce technical reports and presentations that clearly explain research, findings, and recommendations.
• Maintain a high level of quality and responsiveness to client requirements in alignment with applicable standards.
• Develop a client base for high‑level electrical engineering services and identify business development opportunities.
• Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years of post‑education experience as a power engineer on capital generation projects.
• Professional Engineer license required; multiple state licenses preferred.
• Proficiency with power engineering principles, design/build processes, and permitting.
• Experience with Combined Cycle and Simple Cycle Gas Turbines or Heat Recovery Steam Generators.
• Infrastructure planning, design, and program/construction management experience, including coordination with mechanical and civil/structure engineers.
• Strong knowledge of relevant electrical codes, standards, and regulations (IEEE, NEC, NEMA, IEC, etc.).
• Advanced technical computation and calculation skills for engineering analyses.
• Experience conducting inspections and investigations of construction and design activities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Self‑leadership and the ability to independently guide mid‑to‑senior level teams, adhering to QA/QC standards.
• Technical writing proficiency and familiarity with design software (PTW/SKM, ETAP, SES CDEGS, AutoCAD electrical, Bentley MicroStation, SmartPlant, Revit).
• Critical review experience of vendor documents and preparation of complex technical deliverables.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to derive logical, economical solutions from data.
• Excellent coordination and assertive direction of subcontractors and other stakeholders.
• Extensive experience in electrical studies: short circuit, load flow, motor start analysis, relay coordination, and arc flash.
• Extensive experience in power system protection and control.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• 40‑Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) preferred.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $115,100 – $205,040.

Equal Opportunity Statement

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, National Origin, Age, or Disability Status will not be considered in our selection process, including admissions or promotion.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.