Description
WSP is seeking an Experienced Substation Physical Engineer for their Duluth, GA office.
This role involves providing technical assistance and guidance for the design and construction support of utility-scale electrical infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect, compile, and analyse data related to substation equipment, materials, and systems.
- Assist in reviewing internal and third-party substation design drawings, technical documents, vendor submittals, and project plans.
- Perform professional electrical engineering work supporting substation physical design.
- Participate in concept development and detailed design activities.
- Support senior engineers with research, evaluation, and recommendation of substation equipment and system components.
- Provide technical design support related to site conditions, constructability considerations, and coordination with civil, structural, and other disciplines.
- Develop electrical engineering calculations.
- Prepare and contribute to technical documentation.
- Maintain established quality control procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and construction professionals.
- Assist with the development and scoping of small- to medium-sized substation projects.
- Contribute to technical reports and presentations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in an electrical engineering role.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
- Demonstrated experience supporting substation physical design deliverables.
- Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, and design processes applicable to substation projects.
- Knowledge of relevant electrical codes, standards, regulations, and utility requirements.
- Capable interpersonal and communication skills.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation tools, spreadsheets, and engineering software.
- Experience with discipline-specific design software.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.