Intermediate Electrical Engineer - Buildings

Wsp

The Role

Overview

Support design, analysis, and documentation for building electrical systems and power distribution.

Key Responsibilities

  • electrical design
  • load calculations
  • data analysis
  • technical reporting
  • procurement specs
  • project coordination

Tasks

-Perform basic professional electrical engineering work relating to the design of single line, three line, wiring diagrams, general arrangement, substation layout and bus arrangement, grounding grid design and lightning protection in conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits. -Under minimal supervision, develop electrical calculations for loads, equipment sizing, feeder sizing, voltage drop, grounding, lighting circuits and controls, facility and electrical service, and power distribution. -Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. -Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work, including project controls, business deployment, construction, procurement, document control, and permitting teams. -Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects. -With minimal supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data relating to power distribution components, equipment specifications for procurement package development and pricing, IFR/IRC design and review processes, and IEEE/NESC Standards/NERC regulations for design work. -Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using sketches, calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software. -Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing technical assistance on engineering, design, testing, maintenance, and construction procedures and issues. -Complete training on assigned tasks. -A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations. -Provides technical assistance on various design requirements, equipment sizing and cabling, AC/DC panel design, and conduit and trenching design strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure. -Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field/site work and permitting. -Support senior engineers with research and recommendations of fundamental components identified in design requirements, as well as field equipment applications and operations. -Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with electrical infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • revit
  • et certification
  • bachelor’s
  • electrical eng
  • 3 years

What You Bring

-1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience in an electrical engineering capacity. -Highly familiar with relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. -Prior design experience. -Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. -Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. -Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. -Exposure to operations and project controls experience for purposes of reporting. -Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. -Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools. -Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. -Familiarity with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design. -Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions. -Engineer in Training Certification. -Experience with AutoCAD and Revit -Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues. -Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering.

The Company

About Wsp

-Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions. -Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail. -Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments. -Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.

Sector Specialisms

Waste Management and Landfill

Water & Wastewater Tunnels

Water and Wastewater Treatment

Water Supply and Distribution

Parks and Open Spaces

Rail and Transit Advisory

Rail Design

Rail Electrification

Rail Planning

Refurbishment and Retrofit

Risk and Resilience for Bridges and Civil Structures

Stormwater and Flood Risk Management

Structural Engineering for Healthcare

Sustainability and ESG Solutions

Sustainable Building Consulting

Sustainable Design for Healthcare

Tailings & Mine Waste Management

Train Control Systems

Tunnel Seismic and Earthquake Engineering

Tunnel Structural Engineering

Waste and Resources Sector (including thermal treatment, biomass energy, carbon capture, materials recovery facilities, organic waste treatment, advanced conversion, waste transfer facilities, landfill management)

Healthcare Strategy and Planning

Property Consultancy

Cost Management

Project and Programme Management

Life Sciences Strategy