Substation Engineer-P&C (Entry Level Electrical Engineer)

Substation Graduate Engineer - P&C

Lansdale, PA - Rochester, NY - Lake Mary, FL or San Antonio, TX

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer to join our Substation Engineering team. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.

* Responsible for protection and control design for utility-scale substations for power delivery, solar, and wind applications.
* Prepares reports, specifications, and drawing packages.
* Review and approves project submittals, and RFIs and support field activities during construction.
* Provide professional and technical support to multiple Westwood projects.
* Day-to-day support and input to internal and external Project Managers.

* Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited college.

* Familiar with applicable codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NESC).
* Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.) a must.

* Effective verbal communication and technical writing skills.
* Ability to pay close attention to detail and check the quality of own and others' work.
* Ability to use sound engineering judgment.
* Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details.
* Minimal travel possible.

* 1-2 years of relevant experience

* EIT/FE certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year is preferred.

* Experience developing one lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC schematics, alarm schematics, communication schematics, wiring diagrams, and associated cable schedule preferred.
* Experience completing AC and DC load, voltage drop, and conduit fill calculations preferred.
* Experience developing equipment and construction specifications a plus.

* AutoCAD and MicroStation drafting experience a plus.

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes
in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2024, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #13 and #40, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood one national 1st place award for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #83 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2024. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training