Civil Engineer for Transmission Line Projects

2 weeks ago


Rochester, New York, United States WSP Full time
About the Opportunity

WSP is embarking on a search for a Civil Engineer specializing in Transmission Line projects. This role is integral to our Energy Team, contributing to a variety of infrastructure initiatives that address our clients' needs and challenges.

Your Role

As a key member of our team, you will:
  • Engage in engineering responsibilities from the initial concept through to construction phases.
  • Conduct structural assessments, foundation designs, and wire tension analyses.
  • Oversee civil site design aspects, including earthworks and station layouts.
  • Manage procurement processes, project cost estimations, and quality assurance reviews.
  • Collaborate with the drafting team to create detailed drawings and specifications.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients, material suppliers, and subcontractors.
  • Travel to project sites for evaluations and field assessments.
  • Support business development efforts within the transmission line sector.
  • Assist in verifying site characteristics and providing technical guidance on engineering and construction matters.
  • Work alongside cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
  • Contribute to work plan development and coordination of field activities and permitting.

Your Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should possess:
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience in transmission line design, particularly in the 69kV to 500kV range.
  • Experience with HVDC or underground cable transmission design is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with substation civil design is a plus.
  • Proficiency in PLS-CADD and other relevant design software such as LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
  • Knowledge of design codes and standards including NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, and ASCE.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Compensation and Benefits

WSP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings options, aimed at ensuring the health and financial security of our employees throughout their careers.

About WSP

WSP USA is a leading engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving local communities. With a workforce of over 15,000 employees across more than 300 offices, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions in the fields of buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environmental services. Our flexible workplace model is designed to meet client needs while fostering employee growth and development.

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