Great people. Great places. Great projects. kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is a high-performance, fast-paced consulting engineering firm designing data centers and mission critical environments across the globe. We hire smart, responsive, team players to work in collaborative and mentoring office settings.
Our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, telecommunications, and security building system designs keep many of the world's top Fortune 100 financial, technology, enterprise, hyperscale, and colocation companies up and running 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We work on innovative, award-winning, large-scale projects. We travel to construction sites to see our designs being built.
As part of WSP, we are able to offer our employees increased professional development and career opportunities in addition to kW MCE's office culture which is consistently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work. Join our great people at our great places designing great projects.This OpportunityWhat You'll Do:kW Mission Critical Engineering is currently initiating a search for a Senior Lead Electrical Engineer that can be located out of kW Troy, NY; Arlington, VA; or Washington, DC.
As a Senior Lead Electrical Engineer with us, 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.Your ImpactProduce high quality technical and professional deliverables for projects and proposalsApply deep knowledge of engineering techniques across multiple technical functionsUtilize advanced analytical and design techniques to solve technical problemsExemplify well-developed advanced experience in electrical disciplineLead the development of initial electrical system conceptsPresent complex technical solutions to clientsManage and coordinate project teams and projectsDevelop work plans to address technical issues within project time and budgetWork within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building ownersAttend and lead client meetingsManage and mentor junior staffCollaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members, equipment vendors and manufacturersPerform project management activities including writing proposals, establishing budgets, and managing client interactionsCoordinate activities concerned with technical development, scheduling, and resolving engineering design issuesCoordinate the activities of technical staff from project award through project completionDesign complex and large electrical medium voltage and low voltage distribution systems and electrical building systems (ie general power, lighting, grounding, etc.) Survey and evaluation of existing conditionsDevelop project specificationsPerform construction administrationDevelop and maintain client relationshipsContribute and interact with team, develop and manage high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposalsParticipate in local professional organization (attend meetings/lectures), ie, poster sessions, participate in conference panelExercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP"s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP"s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policiesWho You AreThe 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 QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with electrical building systems emphasis10+ years of experience in designing electrical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial or mission critical/data center buildingsRegistered Professional Engineer (PE)Experience mentoring and training others in fieldStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to interact well with others as well as develop and contribute to high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposalsStrong working knowledge of electrical systems and codesAttention to detail, highly organized, self-starter Participate in conference programs including panels, lectures, poster sessions, papers and presentationsPreferred Qualifications:Enhancing credentials (LEED, Uptime ATD, etc.) preferredExperience with the analysis and modeling of short circuit coordination and arc flash studiesMission Critical/Data Center experienceExperience with international projects and knowledge of international codes and standardsWSP 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.CompensationExpected Salary (all locations): $130,100- 221,500WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific 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, and/or federal law