Junior Substation Protection and Control Engineer

Junior Substation Protection and Control Engineer

WSP is initiating a search for a Junior Substation Protection and Control Engineer to join the Power & Energy team at the client office in Rochester, NY. Locations also open for Boston, MA;
Kansas City, MO;
New York, NY;
Salt Lake City, UT;
Orlando, FL; and Augusta, ME.

• Assist in preparing and reviewing conceptual design for high voltage substation protection and control projects.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing project specifications for substation protection and control equipment procurement, installation, testing and commissioning.
• Develop protection relay setting calculations and coordination reports.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing designs for high voltage substation protection and control projects, including One-Line, Three-line, AC/DC Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, etc.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications, good engineering practice and constructability.
• Have general knowledge of related disciplines and coordinate/supervise design activities of multidisciplinary project team members as needed.
• Provide construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing inspections during the construction phase of projects.
• Maintain complete project documentation for the protection and control design and construction, including as-builts and project closeout information.
• Maintain good working relationships and fulfill commitments to project team and internal/external groups that support projects (procurement, construction, project management, material suppliers, contractors, etc.).
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct; adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 1+ years’ post‑education experience, preferably in high voltage substation protection and control design.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with MathCAD, ASPEN or ETAP software.
• Experience in relay setting and coordination.
• Experience in the design of wiring schematics.
• Experience with PSCAD or EMTP software.
• Knowledge of modern power system, power system protection and relay technologies.
• Maintain a strong client focus.
• Knowledge of high voltage & utility codes and standards.
• Proficiency with MS Office, MathCAD, PDF authoring software – Bluebeam or similar.
• Efficient communications and ability to work with team members not located in the same office through MS Teams, email, or telephone calls.
• Well‑developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Position is subject to a client‑mandated drug/alcohol testing policy; employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
• Position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP.
• Position is located at the client office.
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

• Essential professional licensure/certification.
• Experience in SEL and GE relay programming.

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

Expected Salary (all locations): $73,100 - $125,400.

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.