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WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Early Career Electrical Engineer - Renewables

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBillings, MT, USA$60.6k - $100k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) degree from an accredited university is required.
  • Strong command of English, including written and verbal communication skills sufficient to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
  • Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without work sponsorship.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
  • Commitment to workplace safety and ability to comply with health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
  • Zero to two years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to electrical design for renewable generation projects, including wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems.
  • Support design and development of electrical collection systems, power distribution systems, grounding systems, and equipment layouts for renewable energy facilities.
  • Assist with substation electrical design, renewable interconnection projects, protection and control coordination, and power system studies.
  • Collaborate with civil, structural, mechanical, and environmental engineers to support multidisciplinary project execution.
  • Support preparation of engineering calculations, technical reports, construction drawings, and project documentation.
  • Participate in site visits, field investigations, commissioning activities, and construction support as required.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to the company's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Desired Qualifications

  • A minimum grade point average of 2.75.
  • Coursework in power systems, electrical machines, power electronics, renewable energy systems, protection and control, transmission and distribution, and electrical design.
  • Familiarity with electrical design and analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, CYMCAP, PSCAD, or similar tools.
  • Previous engineering internship, co-op, design, or drafting experience related to electrical engineering, power systems, or renewable energy projects.
  • Knowledge of renewable generation technologies including solar, wind, battery energy storage systems, or utility-scale power infrastructure.
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining EIT registration.

About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1959

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