Description
WSP is seeking an Entry Level Substation Engineer for their Syracuse, New York office.
As demand for electricity surges, the power industry is undergoing a significant infrastructure expansion. You'll help design substations and electrical infrastructure for projects that power communities and shape the future of energy.
In this role, you'll contribute to early-stage substation planning and design development, working with experienced engineers on projects that have a lasting impact.
Your Impact
- Support multidisciplinary coordination for site evaluation, planning, and infrastructure integration
- Contribute to proposal development, including technical input and scope definition
- Assist in execution of substation projects across planning, design, procurement, and construction phases
- Coordinate with internal teams, utilities, vendors, and stakeholders for project delivery
- Participate in site visits and field activities to validate design assumptions and resolve issues
- Support development of project schedules, deliverables, and budgets
- Perform substation design tasks, including one-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams
- Prepare design deliverables such as general arrangements, sections, BOMs, and cable/conduit plans
- Support development of equipment specifications and vendor coordination
- Follow QA/QC procedures and verify accuracy of deliverables
- Prepare reports, calculations, and technical documentation
- Work collaboratively with senior engineers and project leads
- Maintain compliance with codes, standards, and company policies
Who You Are
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Ability to perform engineering calculations and interpret technical documents
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to manage assignments with moderate supervision
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, and paid parental leave.
Compensation Expected Salary: $71,700 - $87,700