WSP in the U.S.
Lead Electrical Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Centers)
WSP in the U.S., New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Lead Electrical Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Centers)
for kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, designing data centers and mission critical environments across the globe. This role is based in our kW 1 Penn Plaza, New York, NY office. You will design complex power and other building systems including generator plants, medium voltage distribution, uninterruptible power systems, lighting, fire alarm, and grounding while leading projects and a team of electrical engineers. We travel to construction sites to see our designs being built and offer professional development and career opportunities in a culture consistently recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work.”
Responsibilities
Produce high quality technical and professional deliverables for projects and proposals
Apply deep knowledge of engineering techniques across multiple technical functions
Utilize advanced analytical and design techniques to solve technical problems
Exemplify well-developed advanced experience in electrical discipline
Lead the development of initial electrical system concepts
Develop work plans to address technical issues within project time and budget
Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners
Collaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members, equipment vendors and manufacturers
Perform project management activities including writing proposals, establishing budgets, and managing client interactions
Design complex and large electrical medium voltage and low voltage distribution systems and electrical building systems (i.e. general power, lighting, grounding, etc.)
Survey and evaluation of existing conditions
Perform construction administration
Develop and maintain client relationships
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
What you bring The ideal candidate has familiarity with Building Information Modeling using Revit, has strong communication skills, and an interest in liaising with internal and external design, client and construction team members. Candidate will have previous experience as a lead project electrical engineer capable of directing the project team.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis
7+ years of experience in designing electrical systems for the high performing commercial or industrial
Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
Experience mentoring and training others in field
Strong working knowledge of electrical systems and codes
Attention to detail, highly organized, self-starter
Preferred Qualifications
Enhancing credentials (LEED, Uptime ATD, etc.) preferred
Experience with the analysis and modeling of short circuit coordination and arc flash studies
Mission Critical/Data Center experience
Experience with international projects and knowledge of international codes and standards
Compensation and Benefits WSP provides 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.
Expected Salary: $89,200 - $182,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world\'s leading engineering and professional services firms. 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.
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.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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.
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for kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, designing data centers and mission critical environments across the globe. This role is based in our kW 1 Penn Plaza, New York, NY office. You will design complex power and other building systems including generator plants, medium voltage distribution, uninterruptible power systems, lighting, fire alarm, and grounding while leading projects and a team of electrical engineers. We travel to construction sites to see our designs being built and offer professional development and career opportunities in a culture consistently recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work.”
Responsibilities
Produce high quality technical and professional deliverables for projects and proposals
Apply deep knowledge of engineering techniques across multiple technical functions
Utilize advanced analytical and design techniques to solve technical problems
Exemplify well-developed advanced experience in electrical discipline
Lead the development of initial electrical system concepts
Develop work plans to address technical issues within project time and budget
Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners
Collaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members, equipment vendors and manufacturers
Perform project management activities including writing proposals, establishing budgets, and managing client interactions
Design complex and large electrical medium voltage and low voltage distribution systems and electrical building systems (i.e. general power, lighting, grounding, etc.)
Survey and evaluation of existing conditions
Perform construction administration
Develop and maintain client relationships
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
What you bring The ideal candidate has familiarity with Building Information Modeling using Revit, has strong communication skills, and an interest in liaising with internal and external design, client and construction team members. Candidate will have previous experience as a lead project electrical engineer capable of directing the project team.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis
7+ years of experience in designing electrical systems for the high performing commercial or industrial
Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
Experience mentoring and training others in field
Strong working knowledge of electrical systems and codes
Attention to detail, highly organized, self-starter
Preferred Qualifications
Enhancing credentials (LEED, Uptime ATD, etc.) preferred
Experience with the analysis and modeling of short circuit coordination and arc flash studies
Mission Critical/Data Center experience
Experience with international projects and knowledge of international codes and standards
Compensation and Benefits WSP provides 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.
Expected Salary: $89,200 - $182,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world\'s leading engineering and professional services firms. 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.
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.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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.
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