Junior Substation Protection and Control Engineer

WSP • Rochester, NY

97d • $73,100 - $125,400

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Junior Substation Protection and Control Engineer to join our Power & Energy team at our client's office located in Rochester, NY. The following locations will also be considered: Boston, MA, Kansas City, MO, New York, NY, Salt Lake City, UT, Orlando, FL and Augusta, ME. The Transmission Line Engineer will be involved in projects with our Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution
• Minimum of 1+ years’ post education experience, preferably in high voltage substation protection and control design
• Experience in the design of wiring schematics is a must
• Knowledge of modern power system, power system protection and relay technologies
• Knowledge of High Voltage & Utility codes and standards
• Proficiency with MS Office, MathCAD, PDF authoring software – Bluebeam or similar
• Efficient communications and ability to work with team members not located in the same office through MS Teams, email, or telephone calls
• Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical
• Experience on MathCAD, ASPEN or ETAP software
• Experience on relay setting and coordination
• Experience on PSCAD or EMTP software
• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification
• Experience in SEL and GE relay programming is desirable

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and reviewing conceptual design for the high voltage substation protection and control projects
• Assist in preparing and reviewing project specifications for substation protection and control equipment procurement, installation, testing and commissioning
• Develop protection relay setting calculations and coordination reports
• Assist in preparing and reviewing designs for high voltage substation protection and control projects including One-Line, Three-line, AC/DC Schematics, Wiring Diagrams etc.
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications, good engineering practice and constructability
• Provide construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects
• Maintaining complete project documentation with respect to high voltage substation protection and control design and construction, including as-builts and project closeout information
• Maintaining good working relationships and fulfilling commitments to project team and internal/external groups that support projects such as procurement, construction, project management, material suppliers, contractors, and any others that affect the quality, schedule and cost of projects
• 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

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees