Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer

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Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer
This Opportunity

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is currently initiating a search for an Entry-Level Substation Electrical Engineer for our Phoenix, Arizona office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
Your Impact

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

• 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
• 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.
• The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• 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
• Candidate should enjoy living in the Phoenix area or have a desire and ability to relocate there with minimal assistance
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ months of relevant electrical engineering work experience; could be on an internship or co-op basis
• Minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)
• Knowledge of electrical utility substations and familiarity with substation design
• Engineer In Training certificate (EIT) or passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

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.
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities