Description
WSP is seeking a Lead Professional, Electrical Engineer with a Protective Relaying emphasis for their Denver, CO office.
The successful applicant will have a direct role in the design, engineering, and studies of protection systems for equipment on the bulk power system.
Responsibilities:
- Design, engineer, and study protection systems for substations, transmission lines, generators, renewables, industrial, and distribution systems
- Develop protection philosophies, relay settings, and integrate with SCADA systems
- Lead teams on client projects to meet scope, schedule, and budget
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
- Support onsite visits to collect data and discuss project specifics with clients
- Ensure responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited)
- 7+ years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer executing deliverables for Protective Relaying projects
- Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain one
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven history of completing similar projects in a consulting environment
- Commissioning and testing experience, or strong skills in protecting equipment at high voltages (69kV and higher)
- Experience mentoring others and a willingness to do so
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation (or other personal time)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Compensation:
- Expected Salary (Colorado only): $115,200/yr - $195,800/yr