Lead Substation Project Engineer

Lead Substation Project Engineer

Apply for the Lead Substation Project Engineer role at WSP in the U.S.

WSP’s Federal Power and Energy Team is currently searching for a Lead Substation Project Engineer. The ideal candidate will be located in Boise, Idaho;
Honolulu, Hawaii; or Huntsville, Alabama, though remote candidates will be considered. The Federal Power and Energy Team is a growing organization within the Federal Business Line focusing on mission‑critical facilities and energy infrastructure projects for the Department of Defense (DOD).

This role will lead the engineering efforts for substation projects across the U.S. and internationally. Substation projects within the context of the DOD are typically 115kV, open air and GIS, and below projects, with most substations operating as metal‑clad switch gear and control enclosures operating  project engineer will take a key role in performing or leading the engineering efforts for the substation design: site/civil, grounding, electrical considerations, SCADA, protection/relaying, lighting, and any climate‑control requirements.

As a key contributor, you will play a significant role in supporting complex substation design projects, managing project execution, and mentoring junior staff. This position offers the opportunity to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and make a significant impact on our team and projects.

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and quality for assigned projects.
• Support the Department Manager with relationship management with NAVFAC and USACE.
• Perform QA/QC for deliverables to clients.
• Support project reporting and proposal development.
• Contribute to substation equipment specifications.
• Occasional travel and site visits.

• Perform and direct others in the detailed design of medium to high voltage substations, including:
  • One‑line, schematic, and wiring diagrams.
  • SCADA and communications.
  • Station physical layouts, sections/elevations, and control enclosure details.
  • Cable and conduit plans and details.
  • Ground grid, foundations, and structural plans and details.
  • Lightning protection and yard lighting plans.
  • Bills of Materials.
• Perform substation studies and calculations (e.g., AC, DC, Lightning Analysis, Voltage Drop).
• Specify and select substation equipment.
• Provide construction support and inter‑disciplinary coordination.

• Support the mentorship and training of other team members.
• Adhere to client standards and processes, specifically NAVFAC/USACE processes and UFC conformance.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, tracking and organizing many tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of post‑education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for substations.
• Professional Engineering license (PE).
• Experience in 15kV through 115kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI and UFC standards.
• Direct experience working as a consultant on DOD projects.
• Experience filling the role of electrical engineer for multiple substation projects concurrently.
• Comprehensive knowledge of adjacent disciplines such as electrical engineering, P&C, SCADA, and telecom.
• Knowledge of engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving electrical engineering principles.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization.
• Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team members, with strict QA/QC adherence.
• Proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline‑specific design software (Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical), spreadsheets, and tools.
• Well‑developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and direct subcontractors…