Lead Substation Engineer; P&C or Physical

Opportunity

Lead Substation Engineer (P&C or Physical) – Ft Mill, SC

WSP invites applications for a hybrid or on‑site role to join our Power & Energy Substation Team. The position supports the design, development, construction, and field support of medium to high voltage substation projects. Candidates should have proven experience in 15 kV‑345 kV substation design with strong leadership skills. Remote work may be considered for qualified applicants.

• Technical Leadership & Engineering Delivery
  • Provide advanced technical leadership and independent judgment for the design, development, and construction of medium to extrahigh voltage substation projects, including physical and/or protection & controls (P&C) engineering for 15 kV‑345 kV substations (required) and up to 500 kV (preferred).
  • Lead and perform complex electrical engineering design work for substation physical systems (general arrangement, bus configuration, grounding, lightning protection) and/or P&C systems (one‑line/three‑line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, relay settings).
  • Direct and review detailed design deliverables prepared by others, ensuring technical accuracy, constructability, safety, and compliance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Design Development & Technical Expertise
  • Develop and review substation engineering deliverables including one‑line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA and communications designs.
  • Create conduit, trenching, and cable sizing/routing plans.
  • Prepare substation physical layouts and elevations, AC/DC panel designs, and equipment layouts.
  • Develop equipment specifications, procure documentation, and participate in equipment evaluation and selection.
  • Perform and oversee electrical calculations—load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, grounding, lighting, feeder sizing, and power distribution studies.
• Standards, Reviews & Quality
  • Apply and interpret IEEE, NESC, and NERC standards and utility requirements throughout design, reviews, and construction support.
  • Lead or perform reviews of third‑party design documents, procurement lists, and construction packages for both physical and P&C scopes.
  • Maintain and enforce QA/QC standards to ensure accurate calculations, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Project Execution & Collaboration
  • Work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to execute projects, resolve complex technical challenges, and ensure compliance with specifications, permits, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support project planning activities, including scope definition, technical input for proposals, cost estimating, and development of work plans for small to large scale projects.
  • Conduct and interpret engineering studies, field investigations, and surveys to support design decisions and risk mitigation.
• Mentorship, Knowledge Sharing & Innovation
  • Act as a technical resource and mentor to junior and mid‑level engineers, providing guidance on design approaches, standards application, and problem solving.
  • Contribute to internal knowledge sharing initiatives such as technical presentations, lunch and learns, book audits, and lessons‑learned efforts.
  • Incorporate future‑ready and innovative design strategies that enhance safety, reliability, constructability, and operational performance.
• Construction & Field Support
  • Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and testing activities, including resolution of field issues and design modifications.
  • Verify site conditions and coordinate engineering responses to construction constraints, equipment interfaces, and operational requirements.
• Health, Safety & Professional Practice
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of site‑specific Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
  • Exercise sound professional judgment and ethical decision‑making in accordance with WSP’s Code of Conduct and corporate policies.
  • Perform additional responsibilities consistent with the role and business needs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 7 to 10 years of relevant post‑education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for…