Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer
WSP in the U.S.
Billings, MTFresher3h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
WSP USA is seeking an Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer for their Billings, MT office. This role involves contributing to projects with the Power Delivery Billings Substation Team.
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 client deliverables.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
- Learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- BBSEE (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.
- Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without work sponsorship.
- 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 that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Qualifications
- 0-1 years of experience.
- Candidates should enjoy living in the Billings area, or have a desire and ability to relocate there with minimal assistance.
- Ability to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
- A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
- 3+ months of relevant electrical engineering work experience (internship or co-op basis).
- Minimum 2.5 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.