Senior Substation Project Engineer - Hybrid/Remote

WSP; Burnsville (MN); Hybrid; USD 102,200 - 182,200; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Burnsville, Minnesota, is seeking a Lead Substation Project Engineer to join the Power Delivery Substation Team. You will lead complex substation design projects, manage execution, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

The role supports hybrid or in-office work setups with remote consideration for highly qualified candidates. Apply technical leadership across transmission and distribution projects, ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7–10 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Engineer license required.
• Proficient with electrical engineering principles and design.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior staff.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-site electrical infrastructure design reviews for codes and regulations.
• Mentor junior staff and oversee cross-functional project teams.
• Develop plans, specs, and cost estimates for substations and protection systems.
• Prepare reports and presentations explaining findings and recommendations.
• Ensure QA/QC and adherence to company standards.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Mentoring

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Aspen

CAPE

ETAP

WIN IGS

Inventor

Job description

WSP in Burnsville, Minnesota, is seeking a Lead Substation Project Engineer to join the Power Delivery Substation Team. You will lead complex substation design projects, manage execution, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

The role supports hybrid or in-office work setups with remote consideration for highly qualified candidates. Apply technical leadership across transmission and distribution projects, ensuring safety and compliance.