Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

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WSP is initiating a search for a Senior Electrical Engineer for our Boise, Idaho office. Be involved in projects with our Federal Services Division team and help solve client challenges.

• Determine well‑defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data relating to substation components, procurement and pricing, IFR/IRC detailed design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations.
• Review and advise on third‑party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans.
• Perform professional and complex electrical engineering work on single‑line, three‑line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout, bus arrangement, grounding grid, lightning protection, and more.
• Incorporate future‑ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements with equipment sizing, cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit/trenching design.
• Support senior engineers with research and recommendations of components and field equipment applications.
• Verify site characteristics, providing technical input on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures.
• Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, grounding potentials, short‑circuit study, protective device coordination, one‑line diagrams, relaying, and substation switchyard layouts.
• Develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates; prepare construction safety and phasing plans; update electrical infrastructure layout plans with coordination among owners, disciplines, sub‑consultants, and clients.
• Work individually or as part of a cross‑functional team to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects, assisting with installations, cost calculations, and ensuring compliance with specifications, permits, and regulations.
• Prepare data visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for data interpretation and presentation.
• Maintain a high level of quality and responsiveness to client requirements in alignment with WSP standards.
• Provide guidance and training to entry‑level engineers.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations explaining research, findings, and recommendations to improve design and construction.
• Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of field investigation data, with input on action plans for risk mitigation.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post‑education experience as an electrical engineer on large capital projects.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Experience with operations and project controls for reporting and proposal development.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, and design/build processes.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design projects.
• Working knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, and compliance practices.
• Ability to perform technical computations and calculations involving electrical engineering principles, plans, specifications, and regulations.
• Project management experience with small to mid‑level projects, including tracking hours and expenses.
• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on construction and design aspects of facilities.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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