Distribution Engineer - Intermediate Professional

WSP•Syracuse, NY

4h•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Distribution Engineer - Intermediate Professional for their Syracuse, NY office. This role involves working with the Power & Energy Distribution Services Team on projects, contributing to a growing organization that aims to meet client objectives and solve challenges. The position requires performing all aspects of conventional design engineering and analysis with minimal supervision, and broadening knowledge and skill set within the discipline.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience).
1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience in an electrical engineering capacity.
Exposure to operations and project controls experience for purposes of reporting.
Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
Familiarity with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design.
Highly familiar with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., CADD, Aspen, CAPE, ETAP), AutoCADD electrical.
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.

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training Certification.
Prior design experience.
A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

Support senior engineers with research and recommendations of fundamental components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations.
Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues.
Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software.
Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects.
Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work, including project controls, business deployment, construction, procurement, document control, and permitting teams.
Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field/site work and permitting.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with electrical infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
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.