Substation Engineer-P&C (Entry Level Electrical Engineer)

Westwood Professional Services; Erie Station Village (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services is seeking an entry-level Substation Graduate Engineer - P&C to join their Substation Engineering team. This role involves designing protection and control systems for utility-scale substations, contributing to reports and drawings, and supporting field activities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, NESC codes and standards is essential.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred, with EIT/FE certification benefits.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for protection and control design for utility-scale substations.
• Prepares reports and supports construction activities.
• Provides professional and technical support across multiple projects.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Substation Graduate Engineer - P&C

Lansdale, PA - Rochester, NY - Lake Mary, FL or San Antonio, TX

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer to join our Substation Engineering team. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for protection and control design for utility-scale substations for power delivery, solar, and wind applications.
• Prepares reports, specifications, and drawing packages.
• Reviews and approves project submittals and RFIs, and supports field activities during construction.
• Provides professional and technical support to multiple Westwood projects.
• Offers day-to-day support and input to internal and external Project Managers.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited college.

Required Experience

• Familiar with applicable codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NESC).
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Effective verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to check the quality of own and others’ work.
• Sound engineering judgment.
• Effective time and workload management, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing.
• Minimal travel expected.

Preferred Experience

• 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• EIT/FE certification or the ability to obtain it within one year.
• Experience developing one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and associated cable schedules.
• Experience with load, voltage drop, and conduit fill calculations.
• Experience developing equipment and construction specifications.
• Drafting experience with AutoCAD and MicroStation.

Compensation Range

Range details are not provided.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Founded in 1972, Westwood is a leading multi-discipline engineering firm serving various markets including renewable energy, power delivery, and infrastructure from over 25 offices across the U.S. In 2023, Westwood was ranked #12 on Zweig Group's Hot Firms list and #30 on Best Firms to Work For. The firm has received multiple awards for marketing and industry excellence.

Westwood is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. We value diverse backgrounds to strengthen our business.