Senior Electrical Engineer – Substation Design (TS)

WSP Global Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

WSP USA Solutions Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing team delivering design and analysis for substations and power systems.

The role supports projects across multiple locations, including Huntsville, AL, with Arlington, VA as a preferred location. You will lead complex electrical engineering tasks, ensure compliance with IEEE/NERC standards, and collaborate with senior engineers on procurement, design reviews, and field applications while upholding safety and policy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of post-education experience as an electrical engineer.
• Professional Engineer registration.
• US citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US government Secret/Top Secret clearance.
• Experience with operations and project controls for reporting and proposals.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical engineering principles and design processes.
• Commitment to workplace safety and policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Determine data collection and analysis methods for substation components and procurement packages.
• Review third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans.
• Design and review single-line, three-line diagrams, bus arrangements, grounding, and lightning protection.
• Incorporate future-ready design and cabling strategies.
• Support senior engineers with component research and recommendations.
• Adhere to Code of Conduct and company policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Skills

Data analysis

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

WSP USA Solutions Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing team delivering design and analysis for substations and power systems.

The role supports projects across multiple locations, including Huntsville, AL, with Arlington, VA as a preferred location. You will lead complex electrical engineering tasks, ensure compliance with IEEE/NERC standards, and collaborate with senior engineers on procurement, design reviews, and field applications while upholding safety and policy