Substation Electrical Engineer — Mid-Career

WSP in the U.S.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Retirement savings

Job summary

WSP USA in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Experienced Substation Electrical Engineer to join our Power & Energy Substation Team. You will contribute to the planning, design, and construction support of utility substations, including drawings, calculations, and technical specifications for projects.

You will collaborate with civil/structural teams, develop GA diagrams, grounding/grid designs, and ensure designs meet safety and functionality standards per IEEE/NESC guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 3–5 years of post-education electrical engineering experience in substation design.
• Knowledge of utility standards and applicable codes (IEEE, NESC).
• Experience with planning, design, and construction coordination of substations.
• Ability to coordinate with regulators and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance for planning, design, and construction of substations.
• Produce one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable schedules.
• Develop GA drawings and substation layouts in coordination with other disciplines.
• Develop grounding grid and lightning protection designs.
• Prepare design narratives, calculation packages, and engineering reports.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Self-leadership

Technical writing

Microsoft Excel

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

EIT Certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

MicroStation

Inventor

Job description

WSP USA in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Experienced Substation Electrical Engineer to join our Power & Energy Substation Team. You will contribute to the planning, design, and construction support of utility substations, including drawings, calculations, and technical specifications for projects.

You will collaborate with civil/structural teams, develop GA diagrams, grounding/grid designs, and ensure designs meet safety and functionality standards per IEEE/NESC guidelines.