Transmission Associate Project Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA seeks a Transmission Associate Project Engineer to join our Power Delivery Team in Ann Arbor, MI, or New Albany, OH. You will contribute to high‑voltage transmission projects, providing technical execution and mentoring staff.

The role focuses on planning and design for up to 765kV, coordinating with clients, and maintaining QA/QC standards. Travel to client sites may be required to support project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline; FE/EI/EIT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Execute transmission engineering for up to 765kV projects.
• Lead project execution layouts, budgets, and schedules.
• Coordinate with clients and support meetings.
• Mentor staff and ensure QA/QC compliance.
• Travel to client offices and field facilities as needed.

Skills

PLS-CADD

Transmission design

Project leadership

Budgeting

Client coordination

Communication

NESC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

FE/EI/EIT certification

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

MicroStation

SHAFT

FAD Tools

LPILE

Job description

Responsibilities

WSP is seeking a Transmission Associate Project Engineer to join our Power Delivery Team in Ann Arbor, MI, or New Albany, OH. Join a growing organization where you will contribute to impactful projects, support our clients’ goals, and help solve complex engineering challenges.

Opportunity

Provides technical execution and guidance for the planning, design, and delivery of high‑voltage overhead transmission line projects. Tasks may include research, design, concept development, planning, client interactions, business and proposal development, construction support, and staff mentorship. Supports project development through disciplined engineering practices, coordination across multidisciplinary teams, and adherence to established quality and safety standards. Ensure responsibilities are executed with a level of technical excellence, clarity, and functional performance that meets or exceeds industry expectations.

Your Impact

Project Engineering Leadership

• Execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765kV.
• Lead and/or support the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has been established.
• Maintain a project budget and schedule.
• Coordinate with clients on project status and support project meetings as necessary.
• Facilitate and adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedures.
• Participate in industry conferences, both internal and external, to improve professional growth while fostering knowledge transfer to colleagues.
• Demonstrate transmission line design expertise pertaining to PLS‑CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications, construction methods, construction estimates, and construction support.
• Lead project teams.
• Travel to client offices/field/vendor facilities, as needed.

Project Manager (PM) Support

• Work with PMs to develop scope, schedule, and budget for new projects.
• Work with PMs to identify out-of-scope items and support work scope variances.
• Support the PM with meetings with clients, both in person and remotely.
• Develop client relationships, allowing WSP the opportunity to position ourselves to win future work.

Department Support

• Support resource forecasting.
• Support recruitment efforts.
• Provide business improvement methodologies and procedures.
• Support staff performance and technical development with department leadership.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

• 5+ years of relevant post‑education experience in the electrical transmission industry providing design deliverables for capital projects in power transmission and distribution at a utility, industrial, or commercial scale.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5–7 years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering and civil design.
• F.E. Exam completion, Engineer Intern (EI) or Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification required.
• Understanding of the NESC, RUS, and/or GO‑95.
• Understanding of transmission line fundamentals and PLS‑CADD operation.
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
• Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Cost estimating and scheduling.
• Involvement in technical societies (IEEE, CIGRE, ASCE, etc.).
• Experience using ArcGIS, AutoCAD/MicroStation, foundation design software (FAD Tools, SHAFT, LPILE).

Benefits

Employees are afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.