Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer

About the Role

WSP is seeking an Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer for our Saint Louis, MO office to join the Power Delivery Substation Team. This role involves contributing to projects and supporting the department in achieving its goals, maintaining WSP's high-quality standards, promoting internal teamwork, and meeting client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform the detailed design of low to extra-high voltage substations, including:
• One-line diagrams
• Schematics
• Wiring diagrams
• SCADA
• Communications
• Station physical layouts
• Sections/Elevations
• Cable and conduit plans and details
• Ground grid design and details
• Foundation plans and details
• Structural plans and details
• Control enclosure design and details
• Lightning protection plans
• Yard lighting plans
• Bills of Materials
• Conduct site visits.
• Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes.
• Complete complex and technically challenging designs individually or within a team.
• Be involved in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering) or BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree from an accredited university, preferably with a power option.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering.
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.
• Ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience
• At least three months of relevant electrical engineering work experience (e.g., internship or co-op).
• Minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA).
• Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design.
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certificate or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Candidates should enjoy living in the St. Louis area or have a desire and ability to relocate there.