Description
WSP is seeking an Early Career Transmission Line Engineer for their Hailey, ID office.
In this role, you will support the engineering, analysis, and design of high voltage overhead transmission lines, working under the guidance of experienced engineers within WSP's Power & Energy business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with collecting, compiling, and analysing data from physical work sites, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, and other sources for project development, design, and construction.
- Support PLSCADD modeling for line layout, spotting, and structure analysis.
- Prepare design calculations for structures, foundations, conductor systems, and line components.
- Develop plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, material lists, and construction packages.
- Evaluate route constraints, design criteria, clearances, terrain conditions, and reliability requirements.
- Participate in internal design reviews and interdisciplinary coordination.
- Perform occasional field reviews or site visits to support engineering validations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Civil/Structural/Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- 0 to 1 year of relevant post-education experience.
- Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset.
- Familiarity with design/build processes and concepts.
- Strong interest in transmission line engineering and electric utility infrastructure.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Engineer in Training Certification.
- Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
- Familiarity with engineering software such as PLSCADD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or MATHCAD.