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    Electrical Engineer - Chicago, United States - WSP Global Inc.

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    This Opportunity
    WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time

    Electrical Engineer

    for our

    Chicago, IL office.

    Additionallocations to be considered are

    Kansas City, Detroit, Milwaukee, and Indianapolis.


    Provides technical assistance and guidance for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector.


    Assist with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects).

    Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding material, installations, component, and construction specifications.


    Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

    Your Impact


    Collect, compile, and analyze 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.

    Assist in reviewing third-party design documents, procurement lists, and project plans.


    Perform 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.


    Participate in incorporating future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements with equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.


    Support senior engineers with research and recommendations of fundamental components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations.


    Verify the characteristics of a site, providing technical assistance on various engineering, design, testing maintenance modifications, 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.


    Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.

    Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.


    Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, scientific, and construction professionals to execute project work, assist with laying out installations, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.

    Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects.


    Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or electrical engineering issues or problems.


    Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or to plan for future needs.


    Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid-level risk mitigation activities.

    Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).


    Work collaboratively with other engineers and disciplines on projects with electrical infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.


    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.


    3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in an electrical engineering capacity designing power transmission and distribution systems in utility or industrial/commercial environments.

    Engineer in Training Certification.

    Exposure to operations and project controls experience for purposes of reporting.

    Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.

    Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including rehabilitation and new design.

    Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.

    Knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.


    Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

    Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.

    Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.

    Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.

    Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., CADD, Aspen, CAPE, ETAP), AutoCADD electrical.


    Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.


    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:
    Master's Degree in Engineering.

    Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.

    40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR preferred.

    Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.

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