Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
1 days ago
$87,500 - $120,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Buffalo, New York, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
55,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
line design
substation design
design review
site inspection
data analysis
electrical calc
The engineer will provide design and consulting services for transmission facilities, including line layout, foundations, structure configuration, and conductor specifications. Responsibilities also cover substation and control house design, code‑compliant design reviews, site inspections, documentation, data analysis, electrical calculations, and preparation of technical reports and visualizations while maintaining quality‑control standards and ethical decision‑making.
- Design transmission line layouts, foundations, structures, and conductor specifications
- Prepare project specifications for material and equipment procurement
- Deliver substation and control house designs meeting industry standards
- Review internal and external designs for code compliance and constructability
- Resolve site queries, attend meetings, and perform construction‑phase inspections
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation and as‑built records
- Coordinate design activities with multidisciplinary project teams
- Collect and analyze data for procurement packages and regulatory compliance
- Develop electrical calculations for loads, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, and lighting
- Create tables, charts, sketches, and reports to visualize project data
- Support senior engineers with research and recommendations on equipment and field applications
- Ensure quality control through precise measurements and statistical reporting
Requirements
bachelor's
7+ years
pe license
pls‑cadd
autocad
safety record
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or a related engineering field, possess at least seven years of experience designing transmission lines, and have or be able to obtain a Professional Engineering license. Required skills include proficiency with PLS‑CADD, design software such as MicroStation and AutoCAD, strong communication abilities, knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, and NERC standards, and a proven safety record.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or related engineering discipline
- 7+ years of transmission line design experience in utility or industrial settings
- Professional Engineering licensure or eligibility to obtain
- Proficiency with PLS‑CADD and design software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.)
- Experience with project controls, reporting, and agency regulator coordination
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and technical writing skills
- Knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NERC, and other relevant engineering codes and regulations
- Critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities for technical analysis
- Proven workplace safety compliance record
Benefits
Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in Engineering and additional expertise in infrastructure planning and construction management. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package covering health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, and generous paid leave, with a salary range of $87,500 to $120,000. Travel may be occasional, and the role is located at client offices subject to client approval.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits
- Retirement savings plan and paid sick leave, vacation, parental, bereavement, and voting leave
- Salary range: $87,500 – $120,000
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- pre-employment drug screening required
Overview
Founded 1959
Year Established
The company was established in 1959, marking its beginning as a global leader in engineering and consulting.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
WSP operates in over 40 countries worldwide, delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.
- Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions.
- Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail.
- Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments.
- Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.
Culture + Values
78% global leadership
Internal Leadership Filling
Over 75% of global leadership positions were filled internally over the past three years.
3.7% retention increase
Employee Retention
Achieved a notable increase in global employee retention in 2024.
>75% internal filling
Leadership Hiring Practices
Over three-quarters of leadership roles have been filled internally since 2022.
Ethisphere recognition
Ethical Compliance
Recognized by Ethisphere for maintaining strong ethical values as a Compliance Leader Verification.
Environment + Sustainability
68% drop emissions
Emissions Reduction
Significant reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018 levels.
65.1% SDG-linked
Sustainable Revenue
Percentage of annualized revenues aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
90% emission reduction
Long-term Goal
Aim to reduce total emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels.
30% scope 3 reduction
Supply Chain Emissions
Target to reduce scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
- Committed to net zero across value chain by 2040 (SBTi-approved)
- Science-based targets: reduce absolute scope 1&2 emissions by 60% by 2030 vs 2018
Inclusion & Diversity
- No DEI content per instruction.