Wood PLC

Electrical Engineer- Substation

LocationWest Palm Beach, FL
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Wood is recruiting for an Electrical Engineer to join its Power Solutions, Projects business, focusing on high-voltage electrical substation design.. This opportunity is remote, coordinated from our West Palm Beach, FL office.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

This role will support electrical engineering design and execution across a variety of utility Transmission & Distribution projects. The Electrical Engineer will serve as Professional of Record on projects, prepare power system studies, and provide technical leadership for equipment specification, construction packages, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Our Clients and Projects Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood’s Projects business delivers innovative, cost-effective solutions for high-voltage power transmission and distribution projects. Our expertise includes conceptual design, detailed engineering, procurement support, and construction management, ensuring reliability and efficiency for our clients.


What we can offer

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to industry leaders across the power and energy sector
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs, with remote work options available
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks dedicated to giving all employees a voice
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews ensuring alignment with market standards
Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
Commitment to continued professional development through tailored career plans
Global connections with leading industry experts shaping the future of power transmission and distribution


Carry out duties and responsibilities as assigned by the lead electrical engineer
Lead discipline scope on small projects and electrical packages on large projects
Act as the electrical Professional of Record on assigned projects
Act as a discipline focal point as required
Coordinate design with other engineering disciplines
Review, check and approve work output of discipline assigned personnel as required
Develop design deliverables including single lines, layouts, schematics, grounding, cable routing, and equipment specifications
Specify and evaluate major electrical equipment including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, and motors
Create construction packages, IFC drawings, material lists and estimates
Identify scope and schedule changes and assist with change management
Conduct checking and independent review of discipline work
Provide mentorship to junior team members
Support construction and commissioning activities as needed



Expected:

Electrical Engineering degree from a recognized university
Minimum 6 years of experience in Utility or EPCM environment
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to self-manage and work in team settings
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 10 days per year


Desirable:

Familiarity with electrical engineering database tools such as SmartPlant Electrical or Aveva Electrical
Substation design experience will be preferred.


Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com



Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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