Field Planning Engineer

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Field Planning Engineer to join our East Energy team. The following locations will be considered: Massachusetts (Boston); New York (Buffalo/Rochester/Binghamton/Albany); Connecticut (Glastonbury/Shelton/Orange); Maine (Augusta/Eliot/Portland). Be involved in projects with our Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. 

WSP employees actively champion Inclusion & Diversity programs and initiatives throughout the country at the national, regional, and local levels. Here in the Northeast region, we act on the company’s inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging principles through a variety of committees that partner with professional organizations, lead STEM outreach in our communities, facilitate regular learning opportunities through Lunch & Learn discussions and weekly “Inclusion & Diversity Moments,” and promote Inclusion & Diversity throughout the offices through a variety of initiatives designed to reduce bias and raise awareness. Upper management supports these initiatives, and all employees are invited to join their local councils or apply to become an “Inclusion & Diversity Ambassador,” who brainstorm and implement the various initiatives and programs.  

Your Impact

• The Field Planning engineer is responsible for the following functions:
  
  • Conductor Selection
  •  Scope of work recommendations
  •  Insulation
  •  Line Design: Plans and Profiles, Cross section details
  •  LiDAR and aerial photo data
  •  Utilization of wetlands, vernal pool and sensitive resource data in line and structure design and placement
  •  Other studies as required to complete the projects
  •  Lead overall distribution line design for all capital projects
  •  Review/Design distribution line plan and profile drawings using AUTOCAD/Firefly to ensure compliance with client distribution standards and other standards 
• Drive the project plan for distribution line routing and strategy, specifically:
  
  • Decide whether to rebuild existing lines or obtain additional right of way based on area congestion and local politics/permitting issues
  • Determine required structure designs based on design constraints
  • Determine routing in and around into congested stations to optimize design/reliability and minimize the number of crossings
• Create SAP executable WOs
• Create scoping documentation - including proposed scope of work in word form and plotted on circuit map
• Create Detailed engineering design with sketch that includes scope of work installs, transfers, removals and T tables with applicable CUs, Qtys and PayID template that corresponds to the scope of work
• Submit Highway permits as required
• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 2 to 5 years experience in testing and commissioning, electrical equipment testing experience
• The ideal candidate will have experience working in consulting firms.
• Possess knowledge of systems design for various projects.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Firefly, LiDAR, and other aerial photo tools
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Efficient communications and ability to work with team members not located in the same office through MS Teams, email, and/or telephone calls.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
• This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP.

Preferred Qualifications

• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification or Eligible for P.E. licensing.