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Early Career Transmission Line Civil Engineer

WSP Lakewood, CO entry full-time

Salary

$76,800-$93,800 per year

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Description

WSP is seeking an Early Career Transmission Line Engineer for their Lakewood, Colorado office.

In this role, you will support the engineering, analysis, and design of high voltage overhead transmission lines, working under the guidance of experienced engineers within WSP's Power & Energy business.

Responsibilities:

  • Technical Design & Analysis:

+ Assist with PLSCADD modeling for line layout, spotting, and structure analysis. + Prepare design calculations for structures, foundations, conductor systems, and line components. + Support development of plan & profile drawings, structure loading trees, material lists, and construction packages. + Evaluate route constraints, design criteria, clearances, terrain conditions, and reliability requirements. + Support QA/QC processes for drawings, calculations, and deliverables.

  • Project Support & Coordination:

+ Assist in preparing engineering reports, permit exhibits, and cost estimates. + Participate in internal design reviews and interdisciplinary coordination (civil, environmental, substation, geotech). + Perform occasional field reviews or site visits to support engineering validations.

  • Professional Growth & Collaboration:

+ Engage in Early Career development tools including Career Compass and mentorship programs. + Collaborate with cross functional teams and contribute to a culture of safety, integrity, and technical excellence.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Civil/Structural Engineering, or closely related discipline.
  • 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.
  • Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
  • Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build.
  • Familiarity with relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
  • Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
  • Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, CAM).
  • Strong interest in transmission line engineering and electric utility infrastructure.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced consulting environment.
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without need for future sponsorship.
  • 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.

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
  • 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): $76,800-$93,800

Skills

Required

  • PLSCADD
  • AutoCAD
  • CAM
  • engineering analysis
  • design calculations
  • structure loading trees
  • material lists
  • construction packages
  • route constraints evaluation
  • design criteria
  • clearances
  • terrain conditions
  • reliability requirements
  • QA/QC processes
  • engineering reports
  • permit exhibits
  • cost estimates
  • internal design reviews
  • interdisciplinary coordination
  • field reviews
  • site visits
  • Career Compass
  • mentorship programs
  • cross-functional teams
  • safety
  • integrity
  • technical excellence

Nice to have

  • Engineer in Training Certification
  • Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline
  • A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations
  • Coursework in structural analysis, steel/wood/concrete design, foundations, soils, surveying, or power systems
  • Familiarity with engineering software such as PLSCADD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or MATHCAD

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/94700

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