Description
WSP is seeking an Intermediate Professional Substation Electrical Engineer for their Portland, Oregon office. This role involves designing low to extra-high voltage substations, performing QA/QC for client deliverables, and adhering to client standards and processes.
Responsibilities include:
- Designing substations, including one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, station physical layouts, sections/elevations, cable and conduit plans, ground grid design, foundation plans, structural plans, control enclosure design, lightning protection plans, yard lighting plans, and bills of materials
- Supporting QA/QC for deliverables to clients
- Learning, understanding, and adhering to client standards and processes
- Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct
- Performing additional responsibilities as required by business needs
- Being involved in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions
- Maintaining workplace safety and abiding by WSP's health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Requirements:
- BSEE, BSREE, or BSEET degree from an accredited university
- 2-3 years of experience
- Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering
- Strong command of the English language
- Legally authorised to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design
- EIT certificate or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalisation proceedings
Compensation: $71,200 - $106,800