Lead Substation Engineer (P&C or Physical)

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Substation Engineer (P&C or Physical) for our Ft Mill, SC office. Be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. A hybrid or in-office work setup is preferred to foster collaboration and mentorship, but remote work will be considered for candidates with proven experience. Your Impact • Technical Leadership & Engineering Delivery• Provide advanced technical leadership and independent judgment for the design, development, and construction of medium to extrahighvoltage substation projects, specializing in physical and/or protection & controls (P&C) engineering for 15kV–345kV substations (required) and up to 500kV (preferred). • Lead and perform complex electrical engineering design work for substation physical systems (general arrangement, bus configuration, grounding, lightning protection) and/or P&C systems (one-line/three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, relay settings). • Direct and review detailed design deliverables prepared by others, ensuring technical accuracy, constructability, safety, and compliance with project requirements and applicable standards.

• Design Development & Technical Expertise• Develop and review substation engineering deliverables including: • One-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA and communications designs • Conduit, trenching, and cable sizing/routing • Substation physical layouts and elevations • AC/DC panel designs and associated equipment layouts • Develop equipment specifications and procurement documentation; participate in equipment evaluation, selection, and technical alignment with project needs. • Perform and oversee electrical calculations, including load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, grounding, lighting, feeder and equipment sizing, and power distribution studies.

• Standards, Reviews & Quality• Apply and interpret IEEE, NESC, and NERC standards and utility requirements throughout design development, reviews, and construction support. • Lead or perform reviews of third-party design documents, procurement lists, and construction packages for both physical and P&C scopes. • Maintain and enforce QA/QC standards to ensure accurate calculations, drawings, technical documentation, and reporting.

• Project Execution & Collaboration• Work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to execute projects, resolve complex technical challenges, and ensure compliance with specifications, permits, and regulatory requirements. • Support project planning activities including scope definition, technical input for proposals, cost estimating, and development of work plans for small to large scale projects. • Conduct and interpret engineering studies, field investigations, and surveys to support design decisions, risk mitigation strategies, and future infrastructure needs.