Early Career Electrical Engineer, Renewables

About the Role

WSP is seeking an Early Career Electrical Engineer (Renewables) for our Billings, Montana office. This role involves contributing to projects within the Renewables Generation Team of a growing organization focused on client objectives and problem-solving. The engineer will support the department in achieving team goals, upholding WSP's quality standards, fostering teamwork, and meeting client needs.

Your Impact

• Involvement in all aspects of electrical design for Renewables Generation projects, including wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
• Support the design and development of electrical collection systems, power distribution systems, grounding systems, and equipment layouts for renewable energy facilities.
• Assist with substation electrical design, renewable interconnection projects, protection and control coordination, and power system studies.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, mechanical, and environmental engineers for multidisciplinary project execution.
• Support the preparation of engineering calculations, technical reports, construction drawings, and project documentation.
• Participate in site visits, field investigations, commissioning activities, and construction support.
• 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an accredited university.
• Strong command of the English language with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Candidate must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2.75 Grade Point Average (GPA).
• Coursework in power systems, electrical machines, power electronics, renewable energy systems, protection and control, transmission and distribution, and electrical design.
• Familiarity with electrical design and analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, CYMCAP, PSCAD, or similar tools.
• Previous engineering internship, co-op, design, or drafting experience related to electrical engineering, power systems, or renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of renewable generation technologies including solar, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or utility-scale power infrastructure.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining EIT registration is preferred.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. They design lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets, partnering with clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace with a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability and life insurance
• Retirement savings programs
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Paid parental leave
• Bereavement leave
• Paid time off for voting
• Paid time off for attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $60,600 - $100,000