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From the employer's careers site First seen 26 Oct 2026

Early Career Electrical Engineer (Substation)

WSP Lake Oswego, OR entry full-time

Salary

$71,700-$87,700 per year

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Description

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Early Career Electrical Engineer (Substation) for their Lake Oswego, OR office.

The successful candidate will be involved in projects with the Power and Energy Team, providing local technical assistance for due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with collecting, compiling, and analysing data relating to substation components and equipment specifications
  • Performing basic professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of substations, power distribution, and protection and control systems
  • Providing entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, equipment sizing, and cabling
  • Developing electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, and power distribution
  • Generating accurate and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field notebooks

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • 0-1 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 prioritisation of responsibilities

WSP offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, and paid parental leave.

The expected salary range for this position is $71,700-$87,700.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Engineer in Training Certification
  • Prior internship related to electrical engineering
  • Member of local professional practice organisations

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/97521

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