Entry Level Substation Engineer
About The Position
WSP is seeking an Entry Level Substation Engineer for its Richmond, Virginia office. The role supports early-stage substation planning and design development, including preliminary concepts and layouts used in feasibility, site evaluation, and infrastructure planning. The engineer will work with experienced colleagues and multidisciplinary teams on projects that expand and modernize the electric grid, supporting clients across the power industry. The position contributes to substation projects through planning, design, procurement, and construction. Work includes preparing design deliverables and technical documentation, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders, participating in site visits, and following applicable codes, standards, quality procedures, and company policies. Assignments are performed with moderate supervision, and schedules may extend beyond the typical workweek depending on project requirements. Occasional travel may be required. Relocation assistance is not available.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Ability to perform engineering calculations and interpret technical documents.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to manage assignments with moderate supervision.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- EIT certification and a plan to obtain PE licensure.
Responsibilities
- Support multidisciplinary coordination for site evaluation, planning, and infrastructure integration.
- Contribute technical input and scope definition to proposal development.
- Assist with substation projects across planning, design, procurement, and construction phases.
- Coordinate project delivery with internal teams, utilities, vendors, and stakeholders.
- Participate in site visits and field activities to validate design assumptions and resolve issues.
- Support development of project schedules, deliverables, and budgets.
- Perform substation design tasks, including one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, grounding, lightning protection, and basic SCADA systems.
- Prepare design deliverables such as general arrangements, sections, bills of materials, and cable and conduit plans.
- Support development of equipment specifications and coordinate with vendors.
- Follow QA/QC procedures and verify the accuracy of deliverables.
- Prepare reports, calculations, and technical documentation.
- Work collaboratively with senior engineers and project leads.
- Maintain compliance with codes, standards, and company policies.
- Make responsible and ethical decisions 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.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Disability coverage
- Life insurance
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation or other personal time
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
