Lead Substation Project Engineer

Lead Substation Project Engineer

Burnsville, MN – WSP’s Power Delivery Substation Team seeks an experienced Engineer to lead substation design projects, manage project execution, and mentor junior staff. A hybrid or in‑office setup is preferred; remote work will be considered for qualified candidates with proven experience.

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, quality plans, and report to the Area Lead/Department Manager.
• Support client relationships and perform QA/QC for deliverables.
• Contribute to substation equipment specifications and coordinate site visits as required.
• Lead detailed design of medium to extra‑high‑voltage substations, including one‑line, schematic, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, physical layouts, cable plans, ground grids, and protection systems.
• Perform substation studies and calculations (AC/DC, lightning, voltage drop).
• Provide construction support, inter‑disciplinary coordination, and mentorship to team members.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct, safety policies, and ethical decision‑making requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7–10 years of post‑education experience designing substations.
• Professional Engineering license (PE).
• Experience 15‑kV to 230‑kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and perform technical computations.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with design software (Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, etc.) and technical writing.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with WSP policies.
• Availability for occasional travel and extended work schedules as required.

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• 10+ years of substation design experience, including 230‑kV to 765‑kV projects.
• Experience managing a multidisciplinary project team.
• Proficiency with Micro Station, AutoCAD, or Inventor.

WSP offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid vacation, parental leave, and additional paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary: $125,000 – $154,000 (based on education, experience, location).

WSP USA is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, with more than 15,000 employees in over 300 U.S. offices. We design lasting solutions across buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environmental markets, partnering with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies without a signed Service Agreement.