Lead Professional, Electrical Engineering

WSP • Las Cruces, NM

5h • $115,200 - $195,800

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Lead Professional, Electrical Engineer with a Protective Relaying emphasis for its Denver, Colorado office. Remote work from a mutually acceptable location in the United States may be considered. The role is part of the Electrical Studies, SCADA, and Protection team and contributes to projects serving client objectives and addressing their challenges.

The successful applicant will design, engineer, and perform studies for protection systems on bulk power system equipment, including substations, transmission lines, generators, renewable energy, industrial, and distribution systems. The role may involve protective relaying, protection analyses, project leadership, technical mentorship, data collection, and client discussions. Candidates are not expected to be experienced in every listed area; willingness to learn and share expertise is essential.

The position requires an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, at least seven years of relevant post-education experience executing protective relaying project deliverables, and a PE license or the ability to obtain one. Occasional project-related travel may be required. Relocation assistance is not available.

The expected salary range for Colorado is $115,200–$195,800 per year. WSP provides benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave, vacation or other personal time, parental leave, and time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least 7 years of relevant post-education experience as an electrical engineer executing deliverables for protective relaying projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at utility, industrial, or commercial scale.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain one.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• Proven record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Willingness to learn in areas where the candidate lacks experience and teach others in areas where the candidate has experience.
• Familiarity, experience, or expertise in applicable industry practices for protection as outlined in IEEE, ANSI, or NERC PRC standards.
• Flexibility to support different project schedules and effectively prioritize responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Proven history of completing similar projects in a consulting environment.
• Commissioning and testing experience.
• Strong skills in protecting equipment at high voltages (69 kV and higher).
• Experience mentoring others and willingness to do so.
• Familiarity with applicable software such as AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, ASPEN Oneliner, CAPE, SKM-PTW, ETAP, or RSCAD.
• Familiarity with applicable hardware from SEL, GE, Siemens, ABB, Beckwith, or RTDS.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and perform studies for protection systems on bulk power system equipment.
• Perform protective relaying work, including symmetrical component analysis, protection philosophy development, relay settings, and integration with SCADA systems.
• Conduct protection analyses, including electrical model development, short-circuit analysis, time-current coordination, arc-flash studies, NERC compliance work, and event analysis.
• Lead project teams to meet client scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Support infrequent onsite visits to collect data and discuss project specifics with clients at an appropriate technical level.
• Support a variety of project schedules and prioritize responsibilities to meet client 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.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability and life coverage.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation or other personal time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

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