Lead Substation Project Engineer

This Opportunity

WSP’s Federal Power and Energy Team is currently initiating a search for a Lead Substation Project Engineer. The ideal candidate will be located in Boise, Idaho; Honolulu, Hawaii; or Huntsville Alabama, though remote candidates will be considered. The Federal Power and Energy Team is a growing organization within the Federal Business Line focusing on mission critical facilities and energy infrastructure projects for the Department of Defense (DOD). 

This role will lead the engineering efforts for substation projects across the US and internationally. Substation projects within the context of the DOD are typically 115kV, open air and GIS, and below projects, with most substations operating as metal clad switchgear and control enclosures operating at 35kV. It’s expected the project engineer will take a key role in performing or leading the engineering efforts for the substation design: site/civil, grounding, electrical considerations, SCADA, protection/relaying, lighting, and any climate control requirements. 

As a key contributor, you will play a significant role in supporting complex substation design projects, managing project execution, and mentoring junior staff. This position offers the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and make a significant impact on our team and our projects.

Your Impact

The Lead Substation Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the Department Manager (DM) in achieving department goals, maintaining our high-quality standards, and strengthening client relationships.

Project Management & Client Relations

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and quality for assigned projects.

• Support DM with the management of relationships with NAVFAC and USACE.

• Perform QA/QC for deliverables to clients.

• Support project reporting and proposal development.

• Contribute to substation equipment specifications.

• Occasional travel and site visits.

Technical Design & Execution

• Perform and direct others in the detailed design of medium to high voltage substations, including:

  • One-line, schematic, and wiring diagrams.

  • SCADA and Communications.

  • Station physical layouts, sections/elevations, and control enclosure details.

  • Cable and conduit plans and details.

  • Ground grid, foundations, and structural plans and details.

  • Lightning protection and yard lighting plans.

  • Bills of Materials.

• Perform substation studies and calculations (e.g., AC, DC, Lightning Analysis, Voltage Drop).

• Specify and select substation equipment.

• Provide construction support and inter-disciplinary coordination.

Team Support & Mentorship

• Support the mentorship and training of other team members.

• Shall understand and adhere to client standards and processes while working individually or within a team. Specifically the understanding of NAVFAC/USACE processes and procedures as well as conformance to the Unified Facility Criteria (UFC). 

• Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, tracking and organizing many tasks of varying importance and size.

• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

• 10+ years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for substations.