Description
WSP is seeking a Substation Senior Electrical Engineer (Station Physical) to join their Power & Energy Substation Team in Ft. Mill, South Carolina.
The successful candidate will provide technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, design, development, and construction support of utility scale projects in the public and private sector.
Key responsibilities include:
- Determining methods for collecting, compiling, and analysing data relating to substation work sites, blueprints, physical components, and equipment specifications.
- Reviewing and advising on third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans.
- Supporting senior engineers with research and recommendations of components identified in design requirements.
- Verifying site characteristics and providing technical input on substation physical engineering, design, testing, maintenance modifications, and construction procedures.
- Developing electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, one-line diagram development, and substation switchyard layouts.
- Preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates, as well as construction phasing plans and electrical infrastructure layout plans.
- Working as part of a cross-discipline team to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects.
- Preparing data and visualisations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations.
- Providing guidance and training to entry-level and junior engineers.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for large capital projects.
- Proficient knowledge of substation physical engineering principles, practices, and processes for 12 kV to 345 kV substations.
- Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction.
- Working knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, and compliance practices.
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.