Description
WSP is seeking an Early Career Electrical Engineer (Generation) to join their Power & Energy team in Overland Park, KS, or St. Louis, MO. As a leading professional services firm, WSP brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management, with a vision to be a preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world's energy transition.
The successful candidate will be involved in projects with the Power & Energy Team, focusing on the detailed design of generating plant and renewable energy electrical systems, electrical system upgrades, and tasks such as developing one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and panel schedules.
Responsibilities
- Detailed design of generating plant and renewable energy electrical systems under the supervision of a lead electrical engineer
- Electrical system upgrades under the supervision of a lead electrical engineer
- Develop one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, conduit and cable sizing and routing, panel schedules, material take-offs, and write specifications
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- 0 to 1 year of relevant post-education experience
- Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset
- General understanding of electrical engineering as applied in design engineering of large capital projects
- Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, and compliance practices
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, and tools
- Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (e.g., CAD, ETAP, and AutoCAD electrical)
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and adhering to 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
Preferred Qualifications
- Student membership in IEEE
- Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and ETAP or SKM software
- EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certificate
- Construction experience, including electrical construction
- Intern experience in the design or operation of generating or heavy industrial facilities
- Intern experience at a Consulting Engineering firm