Mid-Level Grid Modernization Engineer

WSP • Meridian, ID

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Mid-Level Grid Modernization Engineer for our Boise, ID office. The following locations will also be considered: Denver, CO; Kansas City, MO or Redmond, WA. Be involved in projects with our Distribution Advanced Studies Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help. The qualified candidate will be responsible for the modernization of the utility distribution systems, this includes planning, justification, and on-going support of the following Distribution Grid Modernization Programs: FLISR (Fault, Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration) Volt-Var Optimization or other similar programs (IVVC, CVR) Distribution Resiliency ADMS (Advance Distribution Management Systems) Electrification of Transportation DER Solutions (DERMS, NWA/NWS, Hosting Capacity) Advance Planning Techniques (8760, Quasi Static Time Series Analysis). The ability to interact with a wide variety of people to obtain the required information needed for performance of electrical distribution system studies. Leads and performs engineering tasks associated with a critical or analytical engineering project or a small number of complex projects that require specialized knowledge in many areas. Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, and other illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, or analyses. Exercises authority and technical leadership on assignments that are often self-initiated and self-directed. Assignments are strategic and have significant long-term implications for the achievement of overall business objectives. Track project schedules and budgets. Collaborate with professionals and other engineers across disciplines on proposal and business development opportunities. Participation in industry working groups or standards (IEEE, CIGRE, IEC, ANSI). Participation as a presenter in industry conferences. Some travel should be expected. Ability to learn/support other disciplines such as Protection, Planning, and SCADA. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for large capital projects.
• Understanding of basic to advanced engineering theories and principles, including understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Ability to work across teams, is self-motivated to perform assigned tasks, and take the initiative to learn new topics.
• Must have strong command of English language; experience and demonstrated written and oral communications skills, including the ability to present information, facilitate meetings and provide direction to others.
• Must be able to successfully pass client's background screening processes.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification or Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure.
• Experience managing small to mid-size projects.
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.

Responsibilities

• Planning, justification, and on-going support of Distribution Grid Modernization Programs including FLISR, Volt-Var Optimization, Distribution Resiliency, ADMS, Electrification of Transportation, DER Solutions, and Advance Planning Techniques.
• Interact with a wide variety of people to obtain required information for electrical distribution system studies.
• Lead and perform engineering tasks for critical or analytical engineering projects requiring specialized knowledge.
• Prepare data and visualizations (tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections) for interpretation and presentation of complex data, findings, or analyses.
• Exercise authority and technical leadership on self-initiated and self-directed assignments with strategic long-term implications.
• Track project schedules and budgets.
• Collaborate with professionals and engineers across disciplines on proposals and business development opportunities.
• Participate in industry working groups or standards (IEEE, CIGRE, IEC, ANSI).
• Present as a presenter in industry conferences.
• Learn/support other disciplines such as Protection, Planning, and SCADA.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level