About this opportunity
WSP lists this Electrical Studies, SCADA & Protection Lead Protection Engineer opportunity in boise, Idaho. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Locations allow for remote work based on mutual agreement.
Boise, ID, United States
Orlando, FL, United States
Freeport, ME, United States
Syracuse, NY, United States
Charlotte, NC, United States
Overland Park, KS, United States
Richmond, VA, United States
Job Description
Opportunity
WSP is searching for an ESSP Lead Protection Engineer with a Protective Relaying emphasis to support our Boise, ID office. Candidates for Orlando, FL; Freeport, ME; Syracuse, NY; Charlotte, NC; Overland Park, KS; Richmond, VA will also be considered. Remote work from a mutually acceptable U.S. location is possible.
As part of the Electrical Studies, SCADA & Protection (ESSP) team you will design, engineer, and study protection systems for bulk‑power equipment, including substations, transmission lines, generators, renewables, industrial, and distribution systems.
Impact
The role requires familiarity or experience with the following areas, but you do not need to master all of them. Willingness to learn new domains and to mentor others is essential.
Protective Relaying: Symmetrical component analysis, protection philosophy development, relay settings, and SCADA integration.
Protection Analyses: Electrical model development, short‑circuit, time‑current coordination, arc flash, NERC compliance, and event analysis.
Leadership: Lead client teams to meet scope, schedule, and budget, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
Data Acquisition: Support infrequent on‑site visits, collect data, and discuss project details at the appropriate technical level with clients.
Industry Standards: Knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, or NERC PRC protection standards.
Organized: Prioritize tasks and support varied project schedules.
Applicable software: ACSELerator QuickSet, GE Enervista, ASPEN Oneliner, CAPE, SKM‑PTW, ETAP, RSCAD.
Applicable hardware: SEL, GE, Siemens, ABB, Beckwith, RTDS.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and comply with WSP’s Code of Conduct.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited).
7+ years of post‑education experience on protective relaying projects in power generation, transmission, or distribution.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one.
Occasional travel may be required.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and complying with WSP’s policies.
Preferred
Consulting experience on similar projects.
Commissioning and testing experience; strong skills protecting equipment at high voltages (69 kV+).
Experience mentoring others and willingness to do so.
Disclaimer
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid time off, and other personal benefits.
Compensation
Expected Salary (New York only): $107,600 / yr – $183,000 / yr
WSP USA provides a compensation range that reflects the candidate’s education, experience, and skills, adjusted for internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range and to offer additional benefits and compensation.
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Worksite address
boise, ID, 83708, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.