Substation Electrical Engineer – Early Career

WSP in the U.S.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer for our Lakewood, Colorado office to support transmission and distribution substation projects. You will work with the Power Delivery Substation Team to deliver designs that meet client objectives and safety standards.

The role focuses on learning, collaboration, and developing professional skills, with opportunities to contribute to single-line diagrams, schematics, calculations, and field activities across the energy sector in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles and power systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing assigned responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or other engineering design software.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers and project teams with electrical engineering and design activities related to transmission and distribution substation projects.
• Assist with collecting, organizing, and analyzing project data for engineering studies, equipment selection, and design development.
• Support the preparation of engineering deliverables including single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, substation layouts, and construction drawings.
• Assist with performing electrical calculations related to loads, voltage drop, grounding systems, power distribution, and equipment sizing.
• Participate in design reviews and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with applicable standards, codes, and client requirements.
• Assist with the development of technical reports, specifications, design packages, and project documentation.
• Support field visits, site assessments, commissioning efforts, and construction-related activities as needed.
• Learn and apply industry standards including IEEE, NESC, NEC, and utility-specific design requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery and client objectives.
• Complete training and professional development activities to enhance technical knowledge and engineering skills.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Power systems understanding

Time management

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP USA is seeking an Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer for our Lakewood, Colorado office to support transmission and distribution substation projects. You will work with the Power Delivery Substation Team to deliver designs that meet client objectives and safety standards.

The role focuses on learning, collaboration, and developing professional skills, with opportunities to contribute to single-line diagrams, schematics, calculations, and field activities across the energy sector in