Early Career Electrical Engineer

About the Role

WSP is initiating a search for a Full-Time Early Career Electrical Engineer for our Columbia, MD office starting in Summer of 2027. This role involves projects with the Property & Buildings team, contributing to a growing organization that meets client objectives and solves challenges. The position supports the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in both public and private sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data related to substation components, equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing, IFR/IRC design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations for design work.
• Assist with performing basic professional electrical engineering work related to the design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on design requirements, equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies for safety and functionality.
• Assist with verifying site characteristics and providing basic technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues.
• Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset.
• General understanding of electrical engineering as applied in design engineering of large capital projects.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, and as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., Revit, AutoCAD, Aspen, and CAPE).
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $68,000 - $93,000