Senior Substation Electrical Engineer - Hybrid (TX)

WSP Global Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. seeks a Senior Substation Electrical Engineer for our Ft Worth and Austin offices. The role supports the Power & Energy Substation Team with on‑site or hybrid work arrangements, depending on location and business needs.

You will perform multi‑site due diligence, design, and construction support for utility, industrial, and commercial substations. Expect collaboration across disciplines, compliance with IEEE/NERC standards, and guidance to junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 5 to 7 years of post‑education experience in electrical engineering for large capital projects.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate is required.
• Experience producing/submitting substation deliverables: general arrangement drawings, layouts, diagrams, grounding, and protection.
• Proficiency with electrical engineering principles, design/build, and code/regulatory compliance.
• Ability to manage small to mid-size projects and track hours/expenses.

Responsibilities

• Provide design deliverables for substations including single and three‑line diagrams, layouts, and grounding.
• Develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects.
• Coordinate with owners, disciplines, and clients; ensure QA/QC adherence.
• Lead or support relay settings, testing, or start‑up activities as needed.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations with clear findings and recommendations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Self-leadership

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

MicroStation

Bluebeam

Job description

WSP Global Inc. seeks a Senior Substation Electrical Engineer for our Ft Worth and Austin offices. The role supports the Power & Energy Substation Team with on‑site or hybrid work arrangements, depending on location and business needs.

You will perform multi‑site due diligence, design, and construction support for utility, industrial, and commercial substations. Expect collaboration across disciplines, compliance with IEEE/NERC standards, and guidance to junior engineers.