Early Career Electrical Engineer

Overview

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Electrical Engineer for our Tyler, Texas office. Be involved in projects with our Small Utilities Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

The Early Career Electrical Engineer candidate will perform a variety of engineering tasks as assigned by our electric utility clients, including substation, transmission, and distribution. They are expected to 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 now 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.

• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• 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 need
• Perform the detailed design of low to extra high voltage substations including, but not limited to:
  Physical design, P&C design.
• System relaying and protection, including substation relaying, transmission line relaying, and distribution coordination studies.
• Perform the detailed design of distribution lines up to 25kV, including overhead and underground design.
• Perform the detailed design of transmission lines up to 345kV.
• Support QA/QC for deliverables to clients.
• Shall have the ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively within a team setting.
• Shall learn, understand, and adhere to department standards and processes while working individually or within a team to complete complex and technically challenging designs for our clients.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university preferably with a power option.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• Must have strong knowledge and understanding of electrical engineering to build on.
• Must have a 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.
• Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Disclaimer:

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

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