Project Engineer

WSP • Overland Park, KS

6d

About The Position

This Opportunity Provides technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Routinely assist with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects). Substantiates reports and documentation regarding material, installations, component, and construction specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality. Your Impact Help build relationships with clients and lead much of the project work we win as a seller-doer Lead project work and mentor, train, and/or supervise the efforts of less-experienced engineers and designers Demonstrate a willingness to learn other design disciplines beyond substations Develop project work scope documents, budgets, and schedules Lead client project calls Communicate effectively with clients, managers, staff and other departments to ensure project deliverables meet project requirements/scope/schedule Respond to client questions over a range of technical topics and manage client expectations where appropriate 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 Engineering Technology
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for large capital projects.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Experience working with Operations and project controls for purposes of reporting and proposal development.
• Working knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of electrical engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) + years of experience leading engineering project teams
• Registered Professional Engineer
• Experience with preparing project work scope documents, schedules, budgets, and sequence of work for construction of projects
• Experience performing substation, transmission and/or distribution design for electric cooperatives

Responsibilities

• Help build relationships with clients and lead much of the project work we win as a seller-doer
• Lead project work and mentor, train, and/or supervise the efforts of less-experienced engineers and designers
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn other design disciplines beyond substations
• Develop project work scope documents, budgets, and schedules
• Lead client project calls
• Communicate effectively with clients, managers, staff and other departments to ensure project deliverables meet project requirements/scope/schedule
• Respond to client questions over a range of technical topics and manage client expectations where appropriate
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees