Mid-Level Grid Modernization Engineer
About The Position
WSP is seeking a Lead Professional Electrical Engineer specializing in Grid Modernization for its Richmond, Virginia office. Fort Mill, South Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia, are also being considered. The position is part of the Distribution Advanced Studies Team and supports electric utility clients through project-based work focused primarily on distribution grid modernization. The engineer will lead and support the development and review of modernization solutions for utility distribution systems, including FLISR, volt-var optimization, distribution resiliency, ADMS, DER solutions, and advanced planning applications. The role involves collaborating with clients, internal project teams, and technology vendors to evaluate system needs, apply sound engineering judgment, and recommend practical improvements to reliability, resilience, efficiency, and operational performance. The position also includes project leadership, technical mentorship, client engagement, and contributions to proposals, business development, industry working groups, standards committees, technical papers, and conference presentations. Some travel is expected.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 7–10 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 researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
- Ability to work across teams, self-motivate on assigned tasks, and take initiative to learn new topics.
- Strong command of English and demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including presenting information, facilitating meetings, and providing direction to others.
- Ability to successfully pass client background screening processes.
- Proven record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
- Experience managing small- to mid-size projects.
- 40-hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER), under 29 CFR 1910.120.
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training.
Responsibilities
- Plan, justify, and provide ongoing support for distribution grid modernization programs, including FLISR, volt-var optimization, distribution resiliency, ADMS, transportation electrification, DER solutions, and advanced planning techniques.
- Build collaborative relationships with utility clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to develop study assumptions, align project objectives, and achieve project outcomes.
- Lead complex grid modernization initiatives and develop project execution frameworks and delivery approaches that improve consistency, quality, and scalability.
- Build and develop project teams through coaching, technical mentorship, and project leadership.
- Develop and communicate technical insights through visualization and reporting tools that support client decision-making.
- Provide technical leadership for strategic initiatives and build trust with clients and internal stakeholders through sound engineering judgment and consistent delivery.
- Track project schedules and budgets.
- Collaborate with professionals and engineers across disciplines on proposal development and business development opportunities.
- Participate in industry working groups and standards committees, including IEEE, CIGRE, IEC, and ANSI.
- Contribute to technical papers and deliver presentations at industry conferences.
- Travel as needed.
- Learn and support other disciplines such as Protection, Planning, and SCADA.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow 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 coverage
- 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
Mid Level
