Junior Transmission Line Design Engineer

Position Overview

WSP is searching for a Junior Transmission Line Design Engineer to join our Power & Energy team at client offices in Rochester, NY or Binghamton, NY. The engineer will support transmission line design projects and contribute to client objectives.

• Conductor selection
• Structure recommendations
• Insulation, A/C interference, static wire, grounding studies
• Line design: plans and profiles, cross‑section details
• LiDAR and aerial photo data analysis
• Utilization of wetlands, vernal pool and sensitive resource data in line and structure design and placement
• Detailed estimate and probability modeling
• Other studies as required to complete the projects
• Assist in leading overall transmission line design for all capital projects
• Review/Design transmission line plan and profile drawings using PLSCADD to ensure compliance with client standards and NESC/other standards
• Drive the project plan for transmission line routing and strategy, specifically:
  • Decide whether to rebuild existing lines or obtain additional right of way based on area congestion and local politics/permitting issues
  • Determine required structure designs based on design constraints
  • Determine routing in and around congested stations to optimize design/reliability and minimize the number of crossings
• Serve as an overhead transmission line design technical specialist and provide consultation and guidance to project teams
• Develop technical specifications, QA/QC procedures, deliverable templates, and other means of increasing efficiency in day‑to‑day operations
• Review design documents for construction, including plans & profiles, structure load tree drawings, structure framing, bill of materials and foundations design drawings
• Understand and interpret geotechnical reports and extrapolate information needed for foundation design software including L‑PILE and MFAD
• Ensure timely and on‑budget delivery of the design packages and maintain quality of all design packages
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Coordinate interfaces with other engineering disciplines
• Support the Project Engineer to achieve overall project goals
• Represent the project and corresponding discipline in front of the client, in coordination with the Project Engineer
• Support the development of the quality management system
• Reporting and project management activities required by the company or the client
• Support management to achieve organization goals
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
• Minimum of 1+ years post‑education experience, preferably in Transmission Line Design with voltages up to 115 kV HVAC
• Knowledge of codes and standards such as NESC, AISC, IEEE, and ANSI
• Experience with Finite Element modeling within PLS‑CADD, POLE, & TOWER; experience with MFAD, HFAD, LPILE, AutoCAD, and Micro Station; PSCAD modeling a plus
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with engineering and non‑engineering audiences
• Well‑developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to coordinate and assertively direct subcontractors and others to complete tasks safely and efficiently
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with WSP’s health, safety, and anti‑harassment policies
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
• Subject to client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policy
• Subject to client approval of candidate selection by WSP
• Position located at the client office

• Master’s degree in Engineering
• Professional licensure or certification

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focusing on health and financial stability. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (all locations): $65,400 – $107,910.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. This role is subject to a client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer under Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.