Senior Advisor, Advisory Services

WSP • San Diego, CA

5d • Remote

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Senior Advisor to join our Advanced Grid Technologies and
National Transmission Strategies group within the Energy Advisory Services (EAS)
business unit. This role focuses on High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) systems,
Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS), and Grid Enhancing Technologies
(GETs), with a secondary emphasis on regulatory and policy issues shaping the
energy transition.

This is a remote position or may work out of any WSP US office supporting major
transmission and grid‑modernization projects across the U.S. and
internationally.

The Senior Advisor will provide technical leadership on front‑end engineering
design (FEED), specification development, tender evaluation, design review,
factory acceptance testing, and commissioning support for HVDC, FACTS, and GETs
projects. You will work directly with utilities, system operators, and project
developers, offering strategic guidance to senior client leadership and helping
advance their most critical initiatives.

This is a highly visible, client‑facing role requiring exceptional communication
skills, strong technical depth, and the ability to manage complex advisory
engagements from concept through execution.

Requirements

• 12+ years of relevant energy industry experience with strong technical aptitude.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Energy, Energy Markets, or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in HVDC, FACTS, GETs, or advanced transmission technologies.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical analyses and advisory engagements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience developing business cases and cost‑benefit analyses.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or PhD.
• Experience with utility‑scale renewable integration, grid stability, or transmission planning.
• Prior involvement in FEED, tender evaluation, FAT/SAT, or commissioning for HVDC/FACTS systems.
• Established industry network and experience in business development.
• Experience mentoring or managing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead or oversee FEED activities, technical specifications, tender evaluations, design reviews, and testing/commissioning support for HVDC, FACTS, and GETs projects.
• Produce and review complex technical analyses, reports, and deliverables.
• Conduct independent research and synthesize large datasets to support client decision‑making.
• Serve as a technical specialist across multiple practice areas, providing guidance to project teams.
• Support development of business cases, cost‑benefit analyses, and strategic recommendations.
• Contribute to knowledge management and mentor junior advisors.
• Act as a trusted advisor to utilities, developers, and system operators.
• Build strong relationships with senior client leadership through meetings, workshops, conferences, and site visits.
• Support clients through key project milestones, including technology selection and early‑stage development.
• Identify new clients and opportunities in coordination with EAS leadership and Directors.
• Lead projects with minimal supervision, ensuring technical, financial, and commercial success.
• Develop project execution plans, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Oversee implementation of WSP’s quality processes to ensure high‑quality deliverables.
• Support proposal development and other business functions as needed.
• Contribute to the annual EAS business plan and broader strategic initiatives.
• Recruit, manage, and mentor junior advisors (Analyst through Advisor III).
• Support retention and development of high‑performing team members.
• Promote EAS mission, vision, and culture across the group.
• Participate in industry committees, conferences, and working groups.
• Develop and deliver technical papers, presentations, and thought‑leadership content.
• Support marketing goals through publications, podcasts, and industry engagement.
• Collaborate with other WSP divisions to pursue and deliver integrated advisory opportunities.
• Support contract review processes in coordination with WSP legal.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level