Senior Substation Design Engineer

Senior Substation Design Engineer

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Substation Design Engineer to join our Power & Energy team in Orlando, FL. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Substation Department and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. We need your help.

With over 73,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide, we collaborate daily to create positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. In the U.S., WSP was recognized on TIME’s list of the world’s best companies and Fortune’s Change the World list.

As part of our team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

• Perform and direct others in the detailed design of medium to extra-high voltage utility substations
• Perform detailed design of one-line diagrams, elementary and wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing / routing, substation physical layouts, selection of substation equipment, writing of substation equipment specifications, proposal development, construction cost estimates, and project scheduling
• Lead tasks for technical assignments on projects
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, tracking and organizing many tasks of varying importance and size
• Team Player – Responsive, reliable and collaborative
• 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

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited university, preferably with a power option
• Experience in 15 kV through 230 kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards
• Experience filling the role of substation design engineer for several projects occurring concurrently
• 5+ years of experience in utility substation design, as outlined above
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

• Master’s Degree in Engineering
• Professional Engineer License
• Experience in 230 kV through 500 kV substation design
• Experience in managing small project teams
• Experience with Micro Station, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or Inventor

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

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