Early Career Electrical Engineer (Generation)

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early CareerElectrical Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team in a full-time, onsite position in Overland Park, KS.  The following location will also be considered:  St. Louis, MO.  The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help.

Your Impact

• Detailed design of generating plant and renewable energy electrical systems under the supervision of a lead electrical engineer
• Electrical system upgrades under the supervision of a lead electrical engineer 
• Typical tasks include the development of one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, conduit and cable sizing and routing, panel schedules, material take-offs and writing of specifications.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience.
• Excellent research skills with analytical mindset.
• General understanding of electrical engineering as applied in design engineering of large capital projects.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., CAD, ETAP, and AutoCAD electrical).
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Student membership in IEEE
• AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and ETAP or SKM software experience
• EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certificate
• Construction experience, including electrical construction would be a plus
• Intern experience in the design or operation of generating or heavy industrial facilities would be a plus
• Intern experience at a Consulting Engineering firm would be a plus

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