Description
WSP is seeking a Full-Time Early Career Electrical Engineer (ESSP) for their Hailey, Idaho office.
As an Early Career Electrical Engineer, you will be involved in projects with the Power and Energy Team, providing local technical assistance for utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with collecting, compiling, and analysing data relating to substation components, equipment specifications, and design work
- Perform basic professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of substations, power distribution, and renewable energy systems
- Provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, equipment sizing, and cabling
- Assist with verifying site characteristics and providing basic technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, and construction procedures
- Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, and power distribution
- Generate accurate and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field notebooks
- Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree
- 0 to 1 year of relevant post-education experience
- Excellent research skills with 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
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, and tools
- Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (e.g., AutoCADD, electrical)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Engineer in Training Certification
- Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline
- Membership in local professional practice organisations