Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer

About the Role

WSP is initiating a search for an Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer for our San Diego, CA office. This role involves contributing to projects with the Power & Energy Substation Team, focusing on utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. The position supports due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction.

Key Responsibilities

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

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.
• 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 such as CADD, Aspen, CAPE, and AutoCADD electrical.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and engineering discipline.
• Membership in or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $76,800 - $93,800

Note: Compensation range is specific to California. WSP USA reserves the right to adjust compensation based on various factors.