Early Professional, Electrical Engineering

Overview

Job Description: WSP is initiating a search for an Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer for our New Albany, OH office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Columbus Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

The Early Career Substation Electrical Engineer will share responsibility with the rest of the department to produce a product consistent with WSP's mission statement and our culture. They are expected to support the department in achieving the goals of the department, maintain WSP's high-quality standards, promote internal teamwork and meet the needs of our clients.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help.

• Perform the detailed design of low to extra-high voltage substations including, but not limited to:
  One-line diagrams, Schematics, Wiring diagrams, SCADA, Communications, Station physical layouts, Sections/Elevations, Cable and conduit plans and details, Ground grid design and details, Foundation plans and details, Structural plans and details, Control enclosure design and details, Lightning protection plans, Yard lighting plans, Bills of Materials, Site visits
• Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients
• Shall learn, understand, and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs
• Complete training on assigned tasks
• 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

• 0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience
• BSEE (BS Electrical Engineering) or BSEET (BS Electrical Engineering Technology) degree, from an accredited university preferably with a power option
• Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering to build on
• Candidates should enjoy living in the Columbus area or have a desire and ability to relocate
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

• Engineer in Training Certification
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations
• 3+ months of relevant electrical engineering work experience; could be on an internship or co-op basis
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design

• Relocation is not available for this role

WSP Benefits: WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation: Expected Salary (all locations): $58,200 - $96,030. WSP USA reserves the right to adjust the final offer based on candidate qualifications and geographic location.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets with more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S.

EEO Notice: WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Notice to Agencies: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of WSP.