Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Intermediate Substation Design Engineer
Design and support of electric utility substations, including layout and protection systems
Job Highlights
About the Role
The engineer will collect and analyze data on substation equipment, structures, and protection devices, and produce design deliverables such as single‑line diagrams, grounding grids, lightning protection, and AC/DC schematics in accordance with IEEE, NESC, NERC and utility standards. Calculations for loads, equipment sizing, voltage drop, short‑circuit and coordination will be performed with minimal supervision. Technical reports, risk assessments, and construction support documents will be prepared, and the engineer will collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including project controls, procurement, and permitting—to ensure safe and reliable installation. The role also includes field investigations, site visits, and participation in training. • Collect, compile, and analyze substation equipment and layout data per industry standards. • Produce physical layout designs (single‑line, three‑line, grounding, lightning protection) and protection & control schematics. • Perform electrical calculations (loads, equipment sizing, voltage drop, short‑circuit, coordination). • Write technical reports, risk assessments, and construction documentation. • Support senior engineers with research and specification of high‑voltage components. • Provide technical assistance on equipment sizing, cabling, panel layouts, and trenching designs. • Coordinate field investigations, site visits, and construction support activities. • Collaborate with project controls, procurement, permitting, and other cross‑functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸data analysis
- ▸layout design
- ▸electrical calculations
- ▸technical reporting
- ▸site visits
- ▸team collaboration
What You Bring
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and have 1‑3 years of experience in substation design or a related electrical engineering capacity. Required skills include knowledge of substation design practices, engineering codes, technical writing, CAD tools, and strong interpersonal communication. • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. • 1–3 years of substation design or electrical engineering experience. • Familiarity with IEEE, NESC, NERC, and utility standards. • Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD or MicroStation) and engineering software. • Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment. • Knowledge of engineering codes, construction laws, and compliance documentation. • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification (preferred). • Prior substation design experience (preferred).
Requirements
- ▸electrical engineering
- ▸substation design
- ▸autocad
- ▸microstation
- ▸eit
- ▸ieee standards
Benefits
WSP USA is a global engineering firm with more than 15,000 employees, offering a flexible workplace, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and a culture that encourages professional growth and ethical conduct. • Flexible and agile workplace model. • Medical, dental, vision, disability, life and retirement savings benefits. • Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time