Underground Transmission Line Project Engineer

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Underground Transmission Line Project Engineer for our St. Louis, MO office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

Provides technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Routinely assist with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects).

Substantiates reports and documentation regarding material, installations, component, and construction specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of underground transmission line design and execution, including the following:

• Development of engineering work plans, budgets, and proposals
• Conceptual design and feasibility studies
• Preparation of construction cost estimates
• Cable system design
• Detailed design and engineering including construction specifications and drawings
• Supporting projects in construction
• Both internal and external (Client) interactions
• Participation in industry-related events (i.e. conferences)
• 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.

• Civil (BSCE) or Electrical (BSEE) degree, from an accredited university preferably with a power option
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for large capital projects.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Experience in the engineering of underground high voltage transmission lines including route design, knowledge of survey and geotechnical requirements, cable system calculations, detailed design, development of construction bid packages, support during construction, and successful completion of underground transmission line projects.
• The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to communicate effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
• Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

• Five (5) - Ten (10) years of experience in underground transmission line design as outlined above.
• Professional Engineering license (PE).
• Managerial and leadership skills.

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