WSP in the U.S.
Power Studies Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)
WSP in the U.S., Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
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Overview kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is a high‑performance consulting engineering firm designing data centers and mission critical environments across the globe. Our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, telecommunications, and security building system designs keep many of the world’s top Fortune 100 companies up and running 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are seeking a Power Studies Engineer to work in one of our offices: Milwaukee, WI; Atlanta, GA; or Herndon, VA.
Responsibilities
Perform preliminary short circuit calculations to validate equipment ratings during design.
Build power system models which accurately reflect designed and constructed systems.
Conduct medium‑ and low‑voltage coordination studies to develop optimum protective relay and breaker settings, balancing safety and operational reliability.
Evaluate submitted equipment for capability to withstand available fault current at selected points throughout the distribution system.
Perform arc flash studies in compliance with NFPA and industry standards.
Generate short circuit, coordination, and arc flash study reports, along with arc flash labels.
Conduct reliability studies in accordance with IEEE Gold Book standards and industry practices.
Lead, train, and mentor junior staff.
Coordinate with internal design leads and clients to obtain required information, discuss options, and develop solutions.
Educate clients on the importance of breaker coordination and arc flash.
Perform QA/QC on calculations and studies performed by others.
Refine and maintain standards for power studies and reports across offices.
Assist project management with scheduling, scope development, and proposal development.
Strategically contribute to overall firm goals.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
3–5 years of electrical power studies experience.
Technical leadership and strong background in electrical studies.
Knowledge of building codes, NFPA 70 & 70E, and IEEE 1584.
Experience with SKM PowerTools.
Strategic thinking, suggesting, and implementing improvements.
Ability to listen to client needs, engage with design team members, and drive projects beyond expectations.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate.
Preferred Qualifications
Protective relaying design experience.
Experience with ReliaSoft BlockSim.
P.E. license.
Large‑scale facilities or Mission Critical/Data Center experience.
Experience with other power studies tools (ETAP, Easypower, etc.).
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to design lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs, and offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings.
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.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Power Studies Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)
role at
WSP in the U.S.
Overview kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is a high‑performance consulting engineering firm designing data centers and mission critical environments across the globe. Our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, telecommunications, and security building system designs keep many of the world’s top Fortune 100 companies up and running 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are seeking a Power Studies Engineer to work in one of our offices: Milwaukee, WI; Atlanta, GA; or Herndon, VA.
Responsibilities
Perform preliminary short circuit calculations to validate equipment ratings during design.
Build power system models which accurately reflect designed and constructed systems.
Conduct medium‑ and low‑voltage coordination studies to develop optimum protective relay and breaker settings, balancing safety and operational reliability.
Evaluate submitted equipment for capability to withstand available fault current at selected points throughout the distribution system.
Perform arc flash studies in compliance with NFPA and industry standards.
Generate short circuit, coordination, and arc flash study reports, along with arc flash labels.
Conduct reliability studies in accordance with IEEE Gold Book standards and industry practices.
Lead, train, and mentor junior staff.
Coordinate with internal design leads and clients to obtain required information, discuss options, and develop solutions.
Educate clients on the importance of breaker coordination and arc flash.
Perform QA/QC on calculations and studies performed by others.
Refine and maintain standards for power studies and reports across offices.
Assist project management with scheduling, scope development, and proposal development.
Strategically contribute to overall firm goals.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
3–5 years of electrical power studies experience.
Technical leadership and strong background in electrical studies.
Knowledge of building codes, NFPA 70 & 70E, and IEEE 1584.
Experience with SKM PowerTools.
Strategic thinking, suggesting, and implementing improvements.
Ability to listen to client needs, engage with design team members, and drive projects beyond expectations.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate.
Preferred Qualifications
Protective relaying design experience.
Experience with ReliaSoft BlockSim.
P.E. license.
Large‑scale facilities or Mission Critical/Data Center experience.
Experience with other power studies tools (ETAP, Easypower, etc.).
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to design lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs, and offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings.
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.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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