Early Career Electrical Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)

WSP•Houston, TX

About The Position

WSP is seeking an Early Career Electrical Engineer for its Houston or Dallas, Texas office. The role provides local technical assistance on utility, industrial, and commercial-scale projects in the public and private sectors, including due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction. Work may involve transmission and distribution substations, power distribution and regulation, renewable energy, and protection and control systems across utility, transportation, building, and government contexts. Under general supervision, the engineer supports electrical design, engineering calculations, equipment and procurement documentation, site verification, and technical reviews. The role also involves producing accurate project records and documentation, following applicable standards and safety procedures, completing assigned training, and making responsible and ethical decisions. Additional responsibilities may be assigned according to business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
0 to 1 years of relevant post-education experience.
Excellent research skills and an analytical mindset.
General understanding of electrical engineering as applied to the design engineering of large capital projects.
Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
Self-leadership, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
Familiarity with discipline-specific design software, such as CADD, Aspen, and CAPE, and AutoCADD Electrical.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug and alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training Certification.
Prior internship related to the degree of study and specific engineering discipline.
Membership in and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data related to substation components, equipment specifications for procurement packages and pricing, design and review processes, and applicable standards and regulations.
Assist with electrical engineering design of diagrams, substation layouts and bus arrangements, grounding grids, and lightning protection in accordance with applicable rules, standards, permits, and requirements.
Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance with design requirements, equipment and cable sizing, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching strategies.
Assist with site verification and provide technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues.
Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment and feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facilities and electrical service, and power distribution under close supervision.
Generate complete, accurate, and concise project documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field or work-site notebooks and logs.
Follow safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including those for location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and comply with WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.