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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 #LI-SS2

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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.
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.

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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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