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From the employer's careers site First seen 28 Oct 2026

Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer

WSP Minneapolis, MN entry full-time

Salary

$61,300-$91,900 per year

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Description

WSP is seeking an Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer for their Minneapolis office. As part of the Power Delivery Substation Team, you will work on projects that meet clients' objectives and solve their challenges.

The Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer will contribute to producing high-quality products, supporting department goals, promoting teamwork, and meeting client needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design low to extra-high voltage 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
  • Conduct site visits
  • Support QA/QC for client deliverables
  • Make responsible decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct
  • Adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies
  • Perform additional tasks as required
  • Learn and adhere to client standards and processes

Requirements:

  • BSEE or BSEET degree from an accredited university
  • Strong knowledge of electrical engineering
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Authorized to work permanently in the US
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety
  • 0-1 years of experience
  • Ability to work flexible schedules

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Engineer in Training Certification
  • Participation in local professional practice organizations
  • Relevant electrical engineering experience
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Knowledge of electrical utility substations and substation design

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 naturalization proceedings

Compensation: $61,300 - $91,900

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Engineer in Training Certification
  • electrical utility substations

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/86678

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