Early Career Electrical Engineer - Buildings

Overview

Assist in design and analysis of electrical systems for substations and power projects.

Key Responsibilities

• electrical calculations
• data analysis
• documentation
• design support
• diagram design
• site verification

Tasks

-Under close supervision, develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution. -A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations. -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. -Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data relating to substation components, equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing, IFR/IRC design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations for design work. -Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs. -Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure. -Complete training on assigned tasks. -Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction. -Assist with performing basic professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits. -Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues.

Requirements

• electrical engineering
• eit
• autocadd
• safety
• communication
• research

What You Bring

-0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience. -Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. -Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. -Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools. -Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., CADD, Aspen, and CAPE), AutoCADD electrical. -Excellent research skills with analytical mindset. -Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline. -Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. -Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. -Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. -Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. -Engineer in Training Certification. -Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. -General understanding of electrical engineering as applied in design engineering of large capital projects.

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