Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Billings, MT (NOW HIRING)

• Perform detailed electrical design for medium- to extra-high-voltage utility substations and renewable energy facilities.
• Develop electrical design deliverables including:
  • One-line diagrams
  • Control and relaying schematics
  • Wiring diagrams
  • SCADA and communications systems
  • Conduit and cable sizing/routing
  • Substation physical layouts
  • Equipment selection and specifications
• Support renewable energy interconnection projects from application through detailed design and construction.
• Assist with proposal preparation, engineering estimates, project schedules, and technical documentation.
• Perform electrical engineering calculations and design analyses in accordance with IEEE, NEC, NESC, and other applicable standards.
• Support protective relaying and power system studies, including:
  • Short-circuit analysis
  • Time-current coordination
  • Relay settings development
  • Arc flash analysis
  • Protection scheme development
  • NERC compliance support
• Assist with infrastructure design studies, including:
  • Grounding analysis
  • Insulation coordination
  • Electromagnetic field analysis
  • Power quality studies
  • Motor starting studies
  • AC interference evaluations
• Utilize industry-standard software tools such as:
  • SEL AcSELerator QuickSet and Architect
  • GE Enervista
  • ASPEN OneLiner
  • SKM Power Tools
  • ETAP
  • PSCAD
  • CDEGS
  • ATP-EMTP
• Provide construction support and participate in field commissioning activities.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, contractors, and utility personnel.
• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Renewable Energy Engineering from an accredited institution, preferably with a power systems emphasis.
• Experience supporting utility substation design projects.
• Experience with IEEE and ANSI standards.
• Experience working on multiple engineering projects concurrently.
• Experience providing construction support and/or field commissioning support.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with internal project teams and external client stakeholders.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.

• Approximately 5 years of experience in utility substation design.
• Experience designing substations ranging from 15kV to 500kV.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience supporting renewable energy generation and interconnection projects.
• Familiarity with protection and control systems, SCADA, and utility communications.
• Experience with ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, PSCAD, CDEGS, or similar power system analysis tools.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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