POWER Engineers
Junior Substation P&C Design Engineer
POWER Engineers, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Junior Substation P&C Design Engineer
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is currently initiating a search for a
Junior Substation P&C Design Engineer
for our
San Diego, CA
office. Be involved with our Power Delivery Substation Team and help our growing organization meet client objectives and solve their challenges. A hybrid or in‑office work setup is preferred to foster collaboration and mentorship, but remote work will be considered for candidates with proven experience.
This position provides support to technical staff, engineers, and project managers for due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include research, design, concept development, construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, protection and control systems across utilities, transportation, building, and federal, state, and local government projects. The role also generates accurate reports and documentation regarding assigned materials, installations, and construction specifications, ensuring responsibilities are delivered with a level of quality that meets or exceeds industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data on substation components and equipment specifications for procurement package development, pricing, IFR/IRC design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations.
Perform basic professional electrical engineering work related to detailed design of medium to high‑voltage substations, including: single‑line, three‑line, schematic and wiring diagrams; SCADA and communication; station physical layouts, sections/elevations, and control enclosure details; cable and conduit plans and details; ground grid, foundation, and structural plans and details; lightning protection and yard lighting plans; bills of materials.
Provide technical assistance on design requirements, equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching strategies to ensure safety and functionality.
Perform substation studies and calculations such as station lighting analysis, lightning protection analysis, voltage drop.
Support senior engineers with research and recommendations on fundamental components identified in design requirements and field equipment applications.
Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues.
Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution.
Write technical reports summarizing research findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software.
Assist with risk identification and assessment, offering input on design concepts, construction, mitigation, and remediation activities.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in project execution, including project controls, business deployment, construction, procurement, document control, and permitting.
Prepare work plans and coordinate field/site work and permitting.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects involving federal, state, regional, and local improvement and development projects.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
1 to 3 years of relevant post‑education experience in an electrical engineering capacity.
Experience in operations and project controls for reporting purposes.
Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and application to permitting and project work.
Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
Analytical mindset with sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to express ideas effectively to engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
Self‑leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi‑tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, mathematics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
Experience with discipline‑specific design software (CADD, Aspen, CAPE, ETAP), Bluebeam, AutoCAD electrical.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules that accommodate project requirements, including possible overtime.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Engineer in Training certification.
Prior design experience.
Experience in 15kV through 230kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards.
Experience serving as an electrical engineer on multiple concurrent substation projects.
Disclaimer
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
You must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship.
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation Expected Salary: $85,000 – $105,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, and skills. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and compensation. All positions are compensated in accordance with applicable law.
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POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is currently initiating a search for a
Junior Substation P&C Design Engineer
for our
San Diego, CA
office. Be involved with our Power Delivery Substation Team and help our growing organization meet client objectives and solve their challenges. A hybrid or in‑office work setup is preferred to foster collaboration and mentorship, but remote work will be considered for candidates with proven experience.
This position provides support to technical staff, engineers, and project managers for due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include research, design, concept development, construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, protection and control systems across utilities, transportation, building, and federal, state, and local government projects. The role also generates accurate reports and documentation regarding assigned materials, installations, and construction specifications, ensuring responsibilities are delivered with a level of quality that meets or exceeds industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data on substation components and equipment specifications for procurement package development, pricing, IFR/IRC design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations.
Perform basic professional electrical engineering work related to detailed design of medium to high‑voltage substations, including: single‑line, three‑line, schematic and wiring diagrams; SCADA and communication; station physical layouts, sections/elevations, and control enclosure details; cable and conduit plans and details; ground grid, foundation, and structural plans and details; lightning protection and yard lighting plans; bills of materials.
Provide technical assistance on design requirements, equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching strategies to ensure safety and functionality.
Perform substation studies and calculations such as station lighting analysis, lightning protection analysis, voltage drop.
Support senior engineers with research and recommendations on fundamental components identified in design requirements and field equipment applications.
Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues.
Develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution.
Write technical reports summarizing research findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software.
Assist with risk identification and assessment, offering input on design concepts, construction, mitigation, and remediation activities.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in project execution, including project controls, business deployment, construction, procurement, document control, and permitting.
Prepare work plans and coordinate field/site work and permitting.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects involving federal, state, regional, and local improvement and development projects.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
1 to 3 years of relevant post‑education experience in an electrical engineering capacity.
Experience in operations and project controls for reporting purposes.
Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and application to permitting and project work.
Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
Analytical mindset with sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to express ideas effectively to engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
Self‑leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi‑tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, mathematics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
Experience with discipline‑specific design software (CADD, Aspen, CAPE, ETAP), Bluebeam, AutoCAD electrical.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules that accommodate project requirements, including possible overtime.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Engineer in Training certification.
Prior design experience.
Experience in 15kV through 230kV substation design and IEEE/ANSI standards.
Experience serving as an electrical engineer on multiple concurrent substation projects.
Disclaimer
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
You must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship.
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation Expected Salary: $85,000 – $105,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, and skills. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and compensation. All positions are compensated in accordance with applicable law.
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