Role Description
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Mid-Level Electrical Engineer to join our Industrial Center of Excellence (CoE) team. This role can sit in multiple locations across the U.S.
Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings – Industrial team and be part of a growing organization that delivers high-performance solutions for complex industrial facilities.
Your Impact:
• Support and execute electrical engineering design for a variety of industrial projects, including advanced manufacturing, food & beverage, life sciences, semiconductor, battery manufacturing, and mission-critical facilities.
• Design and develop electrical systems including:
• Power distribution systems
• Emergency and standby power systems
• Lighting and lighting control systems
• Fire alarm and life safety systems
• Grounding and lightning protection systems
• Industrial electrical infrastructure and controls
• Perform engineering calculations and prepare technical specifications, construction documents, drawings, and reports.
• Coordinate electrical designs with multidisciplinary project teams, including mechanical, structural, plumbing, process, and controls engineers.
• Support projects through all phases of delivery, from planning and design through construction administration and project closeout.
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and construction support activities to verify existing conditions and support design implementation.
• Review designs for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements, including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and local regulations.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control reviews to maintain technical accuracy and WSP project delivery standards.
• Work with project managers and senior engineers to support scope, schedule, budget, and deliverable requirements.
• Assist in resolving technical design and construction issues.
• Collaborate with senior engineering staff while continuing to develop technical expertise and take on increased project responsibility.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and other project team members, as appropriate.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in electrical engineering design for industrial, manufacturing, mission-critical, life sciences, semiconductor, battery manufacturing, or large commercial facilities.
• EIT Certificate.
• Experience designing building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, and emergency power systems.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, and IEEE.
• Experience preparing engineering calculations, construction documents, specifications, and technical reports.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and common electrical design software.
• Experience coordinating electrical designs with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project schedules and deadlines.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, and other project team members.
Requirements
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline (preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure (preferred).
• Experience supporting industrial, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, life sciences, battery manufacturing, or mission-critical projects (preferred).
• Experience providing construction administration and field support (preferred).
• Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to junior engineers or designers (preferred).
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
Benefits
• Comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
• Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
• Expected Salary (all locations): $78,600 - 112,400