Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer

Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer

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WSP is currently initiating a search for an Entry Level Substation Electrical Engineer for our Freeport, Maine office. The following locations will also be considered:
Foxborough, MA.

• 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, foundation plans, structural plans, control enclosure design, lightning protection, yard lighting, bills of materials, and site visits.
• Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients.
• Learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs.
• Occasional travel.
• 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 by business needs.
• Involved in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions.

• BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering) or BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree, preferably with a power option from an accredited university.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering to build on.
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• 0-1 years of experience.

• Three months or more of relevant electrical engineering work experience; could be on an internship or co-op basis.
• Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design.
• Engineer Intern certificate (EI) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Expected Salary: $78,

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.